10 Things You Probably Didn’t Know About Tinctures

10 Things You Probably Didn’t Know About Tinctures

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For many, cannabis tinctures are a modern, convenient way of administering the drug as opposed to traditional methods such as smoking and eating. Cannabis tinctures have been around for some time already, but the value and benefits of tinctures continue to make this method rise in popularity among both medicinal and recreational users.

Here are 10 things you probably didn’t know about cannabis tinctures:

1. Tinctures make dosage control issues a thing of the past. Dosage is one of the most widely debated topic in the cannabis field, precisely because no matter how much we know about the plant, we’re still in the stages of infancy when it comes to understanding accurate dosage. It’s a different story with tinctures though, since all that’s needed is a few drops placed sublingually (underneath the tongue), and this already provides immediate relief.

1. Tinctures have been around since before aspirin. Before aspirin was developed, tinctures were the main source of administering medicine. Cannabis tinctures as well as other kinds of tinctures made from plants and herbs were sold over the counter during the early 20th century. It was used to treat gout, tetanus, alcoholism, tonsillitis, arthritis, menstrual cramps, and many other conditions.

1. Storage is important: Exposure to light and heat can deteriorate the cannabinoids in tinctures. They should always be stored in airtight, dark colored glass jars or bottles away from heat and in cool temperatures. Plastic containers must never be used because they have plastic and ethanol don’t go well together. The best kind of storage for cannabis tinctures are glass dropper bottles.

1. Different cannabinoid options are available. If you have a specific ailment that you would like to address with only CBD, or a mix of CBDA and THCA, or THC only, then you can find these varieties in the market. Each cannabis tincture has its own unique medicinal properties that you can choose based on your needs.

1. Tinctures are odorless. Smoking cannabis is notorious for the smell that lingers in enclosed spaces where it’s smoked, as well as the dank odor that sticks to your clothes. If you need a discreet method of medicating, tinctures are the answer. You don’t even need to worry about finding a place to medicate, because all you need to do is place a few drops under your tongue and you’re good to go.

1. Tinctures are known for its fast-acting nature. Patients benefit from this the most because unlike edibles, the effects of tinctures can be felt in under 45 minutes plus it delivers a steady high for a good period of time.

1. Tinctures are affordable and accessible. If you prefer to buy tinctures as opposed to making your own, you can expect to shell out around $20 upwards for a bottle that contains around 100 drops. All you need is 3-4 drops for adequate relief, so a tincture bottle may be more cost-effective compared to other consumption methods.

1. Tinctures are calorie-free. If you love edibles but don’t want to gain weight from sugary or savory treats, use tinctures instead. They contain zero calories, while a space brownie can pack on as much as 150 calories or even more. This can be beneficial especially for medical and recreational users who are trying to keep the pounds down.

1. Tinctures can be used topically. A significant number of cannabis topicals sold on the market are made up of several fillers and too little of the medicinal cannabinoids that you actually need. The good news is with tinctures, you can actually apply them directly on the skin. However, you have to be careful about the kind of tincture that you’re using and you’ll have to check what ingredients were used. Those that are made with MCT oils are beneficial and effective for topical application, especially as treatment for bruises or sprains.

1. You can make your own tinctures right at home. With just a few ingredients, you can produce homemade tinctures that are just as effective as the store-bought versions. This is a job to be left to the pros, though; if you’ve never worked with flammable ingredients, you might be better off with store-bought cannabis tinctures, unless you can make them using glycerin. Alcohol-based tinctures pose a serious fire hazard to make.

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