Ancient Roots Guide to Marijuana use in ohio: Finding Your Perfect Dose and Product

Understanding the Basics

Marijuana offers various forms, each with different effects and benefits. Whether you’re new to non-medicinal or medicinal use, this guide will help you navigate your options and find what works best for you.

1. Finding Your Best Dose

Cannabis dosing is personal and can depend on your experience, tolerance, and reasons for use. Start low and go slow is the rule of thumb for both new and even experienced users who are trying new forms of consumption:

• Start Low: If you’re new, begin with a low dose—between 2.5 mg and 5 mg of THC is a safe starting point for most people.

• Go Slow: Wait at least 1-2 hours after your first dose before increasing. Some products, like edibles, take longer to activate in your system.

• Track Your Responses: Keep notes on how different doses and forms make you feel. This will help you adjust to find your ideal dose. Take note of strain and ingredients along with the manufacturer.

2. Choosing the Right Form of Marijuana

There are several different ways to consume marijuana, each offering unique effects. Here’s a simple breakdown of Ancient Roots products:

• Flower (Craft Flower): The most traditional method of consuming marijuana is by smoking (in a joint or a bowl) or vaporizing. Ancient Roots small batch craft flower is known for it quality and we offer a wide range of strains. When you inhale marijuana effects are immediate, so it’s easier to control your dose. You can also experiment with various Indica, Sativa or Hybrid blends to find your ideal balance.

  • Sativa Flower: If you want to feel energized and creative Sativa flower will do the trick. Shop our Sativa flower here.

  • Indica Flower: Ideal for those who are needing pain or anxiety relief Indica is known to give users a relaxed and mellow feeling. Shop our Indica flower here.

  • Hybrid Flower: a combination of Sativa and Indica, a Hybrid blend gives you a balance between both Sativa and Indica. So, while feeling extra creative and focused Sativa, you’ll also feel the Indica keeping you relaxed. Shop our hybrid flower here.

• Live Rosin: Ancient Roots is renowned for its live rosin, a solventless concentrate that preserves the plant’s natural cannabinoids and terpenes. It’s highly potent and flavorful, offering a richer, cleaner experience for experienced users. Live Rosin is commonly consumed via dabbing (see myths about dabbing below ) or vaping, however, some people enjoy placing a bit of live rosin on top of flower before smoking. Additionally, Ancient Roots offers Live Rosin capsules for those wanting a more discreet and controlled way to experience the medicinal or non-medicinal effects of Cannabis. Shop our Live Rosin products here.

• Ice Water Melt Hash: This is a premium solventless concentrate made by isolating trichomes from the flower using ice and water. Ancient Roots’ Full Melt Ice Water Hash is versatile and can be sprinkled on top of joints or flower in bowls, or even vaporized or dabbed for a smooth, powerful effect.

• Edibles: Edible marijuana offers a discreet and convenient option for those who prefer not to smoke or vaporize. Ancient Roots’ edibles provide a longer-lasting effect compared to inhaled methods, as the cannabinoids are processed through the digestive system. While it may take 30 minutes to 2 hours for the effects to set in, the experience tends to be more sustained and can deliver a steady body high. Edibles are ideal for those seeking deeper relaxation or long-term relief, but it's very important to start with a low dose and wait before consuming more, as the effects can be more intense than expected. Shop our edibles here.
  

3. Dispelling Myths About Dabbing and Other Consumption Methods

Myth 1: Dabbing (the process of vaporizing concentrated cannabis) is dangerous.

Fact: When dabbing with clean, solventless products like Ancient Roots' live rosin, the practice is both safe and effective. The Dablicator—a convenient accessory for enjoying concentrates—makes dabbing easier for those who are new to it. The key is starting small and working your way up as you get comfortable. Dabbing is simply a faster way to experience the full spectrum of cannabinoids and terpenes.

Myth 2: Ice water hash is full of harmful contaminants.

Fact: When made properly, ice water hash is one of the purest forms of cannabis concentrate, because it’s produced without the use of solvents like butane or alcohol. The process relies on cold water and agitation to isolate the trichomes, making it a safe and clean option when created under controlled conditions. Of course, the quality of the hash depends on the cleanliness of the materials and the process used by the manufacturer. Ancient Roots prides itself in offering 100% solventless, pure and natural ice water hash. Read more about our company’s mission here.

Myth 3: Ice water hash is not as strong as other concentrates.

Fact: The potency of ice water hash depends on the quality of the material used and how well it is made. High-quality ice hash, especially "full melt" ice hash, like ours, can be just as potent as other concentrates like live rosin or BHO (butane hash oil). Full melt ice hash can reach THC levels comparable to other concentrates, often in the range of 50-80% THC, and delivers powerful effects when vaporized or dabbed.

Myth 4: Live rosin is always better than ice water hash.

Fact: Both live rosin and ice water hash have their own strengths, and which is "better" depends on user preference and desired effects. Live rosin is made by pressing fresh, frozen cannabis (often after making ice water hash) to extract a highly potent, solventless concentrate. It preserves more terpenes and flavors, which some users prefer. However, ice water hash is versatile, can be sprinkled on flower or vaporized, and may offer a smoother, more gradual effect. Some cannabis connoisseurs enjoy the purity and simplicity of ice water hash, while others prefer the concentrated potency of live rosin.

Myth 5: You can’t dab ice water hash.

Fact: High-quality ice water hash, especially full melt hash, is perfect for dabbing. When dabbed, full melt hash vaporizes cleanly, leaving little to no residue, and offers a potent, flavorful experience. Lower-quality hash may leave more residue, so not all ice hash is suitable for dabbing, but premium grades like Ancient Roots Full Melt Ice Water Hash perform well with this method of consumption.

Myth 6: Ice water hash and kief are the same thing.

Fact: While both ice water hash and kief involve the collection of trichomes, they are produced differently. Kief is a dry-sifted form of trichomes that comes from grinding cannabis flower, often collected at the bottom of a grinder. Ice water hash is created through a more refined process using ice, water, and agitation to separate trichomes, resulting in a more potent, cleaner product. Ice water hash typically has a higher concentration of cannabinoids and terpenes compared to kief.

4. Pros and Cons of Different Forms and Doses of Marijuana

• Smoking/Vaporizing Flower:

• Pros: Quick effects, easier to adjust dose.

• Cons: Shorter-lasting effects, may irritate lungs.

• Edibles:

• Pros: Long-lasting effects (up to 6-8 hours), discreet, and easier to consume.

• Cons: Takes longer to feel effects (up to 2 hours), hard to adjust once consumed.

• Concentrates (Live Rosin, Ice Hash):

• Pros: Potent, flavorful, efficient for experienced users. With tools like the Dabilator, it’s easy to enjoy Ancient Roots’ high-quality live rosin and ice hash.

• Cons: Higher THC levels may overwhelm new users, require specific tools like dab rigs or vaporizers.

5. How to Find What’s Best for You

• Assess Your Goals: Are you looking for relaxation, pain relief, or just a fun experience? Ancient Roots offers a range of products tailored to different experiences. Live rosin and ice hash are ideal for those looking for more intense, long-lasting effects, while craft flower might be perfect for a smoother, quick relief.

• Consult Experts: For non-medicinal users, talk to your local dispensary clerk when shopping for Cannabis. You may be surprised at how knowledgable and helpful they can be. If you are medicinal patient, speak to your healthcare provider about what you’re looking to achieve. They can offer product recommendations and guide you in the right direction. Find complete list of the dispensaries in Ohio that carry Ancient Roots products. The fact that they carry Ancient Roots is a very good sign that you’ll get excellent advice.

• Experiment Safely: Don’t be afraid to try different products and doses, but always start low. Your perfect experience may take a little trial and error, but Ancient Roots’ wide variety of flower, live rosin, and ice hash ensures there’s something for everyone. If you are new to concentrates like Live Rosin, for example, we highly recommend the Dablicator, a product that allows you to maintain accurate and precise dosing. It’s the perfect accessory for those looking to experiment for the first time with concentrates.