HPNP

Choosing to consume cannabis in a manner which does not require smoking is generally regarded as safer.

As an isolated cannabinoid, Delta-8 THC is lacking in peer reviewed research but has been shown to have a similar effect to delta-9 THC both being psychoactive (Delta-8 less psychoactive than delta-9). Delta-8 THC presents concern for me not because of the cannabinoid but because of the manufacturing process behind making it. Delta-8 is converted from CBD by using harsh chemicals and solvents and if care is not taken to remove these byproducts there is the potential for harm. As a consumer it is extremely difficult, almost impossible to verify how well a delta-8 product was manufactured. My recommendation is to not use delta-8 until more regulation can ensure safety across the board.

Today's sativas and indicas have been so heavily crossed between each other that there is virtually no difference. Sativas were traditionally thin leaved and better suited for warmer climates while indica with its broader leaves were found in colder climates native to India and surrounding areas. Today you find "sativas" that were bred with indicas that do great in colder climates with thick leaves and "indicas" with thin leaves. Modern indicas and salivas rely much less on genetics and more on the effect. A strain that gives a more sedated feeling will be labeled an indica and a strain that's more energetic will be labeled a sativa.

As with inhaling anything into your lungs that is not fresh air, there is the potential for harm to be done. Cannabis contains many tars and resins that act in a similar way to those found in tobacco. Long term cannabinoid exposure does not seem to pose any issues so transitioning from smoking to using ingestibles is a great way to continue enjoying cannabis without potential adverse health outcomes.

CBD Strain: Stormy Daniels, great name.

THC Strain: Gorilla Glue #4