Are you one of those people who wipes out the fridge the second the munchies kick in? If you fancy looking after yourself a bit and eating better without giving up your fat joint, today we are bringing you a few simple tricks to handle that hunger attack that wakes up when you smoke.
How to keep the munchies under control when you are high
That hunger attack happens when cannabinoids cross the blood brain barrier. And careful, not everything about it is bad: cannabis has been known for years for the way it opens up the appetite, and plenty of people are glad that it does exactly that for them.
The thing is that, if what you want is to eat healthier and feel better, those junk food raids on the cupboard do not help. If you want to learn how to stop when you need to (without giving up smoking), keep reading. And if you would rather just enjoy the pleasure of the munchies and not overthink it, that is a totally valid option too.
Drink plenty of water
Staying hydrated is key. A lot of the time we think we are hungry when what we actually are is dehydrated. Water fills you up for a good while, so a glass before you go for a snack helps you tell real hunger from the hunger the joint has put in your head.
Try different strains
Every strain is its own world and there are varieties that wake up more hunger than others. There is still not much research on it, but the word is that CBD rich strains are among the best ones if you do not want your appetite going through the roof.
Keep yourself distracted and busy
Doing things that have nothing to do with food or with weed is a great way to put the brakes on raiding the cupboard. Look for activities that keep you entertained: putting the creative energy weed gives you into painting or drawing are two brilliant plans.
Try to eat real food
A lot of the time what matters is not so much how much you eat but what you eat. When you are high the only thing you fancy is ultra processed food, so try to keep tasty, proper options within reach (fruit, nuts, something homemade) and you will notice the difference.
Stay away from temptation
The easiest way to eat better is not to have the temptation at home. When you do the shopping, fill the basket with good food and save the treats for the odd occasion: if it is not in the cupboard, you are not eating it at three in the morning.
Do you reckon these tips are going to help you handle the munchies famine better, or are you one of those people who does not want to give up that pleasure? Tell us in our stories what you do.
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