Many people online are asking Google “What is Delta 8 THC?.” This is one of the hottest cannabinoids to hit the hemp market because of its similarity to delta 9 THC, the cannabinoid that gets you high from cannabis. Delta 9 THC causes euphoria, happiness and may provide symptom relief.

The two compounds are very similar in chemical structure, both have a double bond and are both THC. Delta 8 can cause similar effects as Delta 9 but these effects are far less potent, which is why you will see stronger dosages in many Delta 8 products. The main difference between the two is that Delta 9 THC is grown from cannabis which has different regulations state by state and Delta 8 is from hemp, which is federally legal after the 2018 Farm Bill was passed.

There has been very little research done on Delta 8, although we hope more is on the way, as with all hemp and cannabis products. It is always recommended to start off with a low dose to see how it affects you. You can always take more, but you can’t take less once consumed.

There are many factors that contribute to how your body responds to any cannabinoid, included weight, metabolism, tolerance, dose and setting. If vaping, the response time should be about ten minutes. With edibles, because it has to go through your digestive system and liver, the onset time could be as much as an hour. Certain natural compounds, such as lecithin, may help with a quicker onset of edibles, so look for this on quality products.