Chewy, tangy, convenient, and portable, gummies are one of the most popular ways to consume cannabis. Since Rick Simpson Oil (RSO) is one of the simplest forms of cannabis concentrate on the market, gummies infused with RSO deliver an all-natural burst of potency that’s hard to beat.
Keep reading to find out what makes RSO so special, along with the benefits and effects of RSO-infused gummies and tips for enjoying them.
What Is RSO?
There are a lot of acronyms in the cannabis world, and RSO is a unique one with an interesting backstory. It’s a type of cannabis concentrate that’s garnered a dedicated following, though it wasn’t created by a company or a scientist but by a singular man named Rick Simpson.
In the late 1990s, Simpson was a maintenance technician at a Canadian hospital. After an accident caused by the noxious fumes from an aerosol, he searched in vain for relief from recurring dizzy spells and tinnitus (ringing of the ears). It was only after he stumbled upon a documentary about the healing potential of medicinal cannabis that things changed for the better. Soon, Simpson was experimenting with a homemade cannabis concentrate that he dubbed “Rick Simpson Oil.” He then chose to share his instructions for making RSO rather than sell them for a profit.
RSO is primarily associated with medicinal benefits due to its very high concentration of THC, which has been shown to reduce pain, treat insomnia, and impart several other beneficial effects, but that’s certainly not the only thing it’s good for.
What Are RSO Gummies?
Cannabis gummies are often made with refined cannabis products such as distillates. And while there’s nothing wrong with those types of concentrates—in fact, they’re a great way to deliver the benefits of specific cannabinoids in a simple, potent, and shelf-stable format—RSO is different. Because of the way it’s made, RSO is considered a “full-spectrum” concentrate, and as such, it has the potential to impart different benefits than more refined concentrates.
Full-Spectrum Products and The Entourage Effect
When a product is labeled “full-spectrum,” it means that it contains the full range of beneficial compounds produced by the cannabis plant.
These compounds include cannabinoids like THC, CBD, and CBG, along with terpenes—the aromatic “essential oils” that give different strains their characteristic scents and tastes—and less commonly known plant compounds such as flavonoids, which give fruits, vegetables, and plants their vibrant colors. Flavonoids also have well-supported therapeutic benefits as anti-inflammatory and antioxidant agents, too.
Many researchers believe these compounds interact synergistically, creating what is known as the “entourage effect.” This theory suggests that by working together, cannabinoids, terpenes, flavonoids, and other active compounds produced by the plants can offer a wider range of effects and benefits than any of them could on their own.
Potential Effects and Benefits of RSO
While scientists are still unlocking the secrets of the entourage effect, a growing body of evidence suggests that these cannabis compounds help to modify each others’ effects, leading to more impactful benefits.
One recent study from the University of Arizona Health Sciences suggests that the entourage effect contributes to cannabis’s pain-fighting effects, while another suggested that ingesting a blend of cannabinoids rather than strictly THC produces a faster-acting, stronger, and more long-lasting high.
Why Choose RSO Gummies?
When choosing between products and edibles, RSO gummies can be the better option in the following ways:
- Mental Effects: RSO gummies may produce a more nuanced high than other kinds of gummies made with different types of cannabis concentrate due to RSO’s entourage effect.
- Portability and Potency: Unless you leave them out in the sun (pro tip: don’t do this), they won’t melt and will remain potent for many months.
- Taste: Compared with RSO in its raw form—a very thick and sticky oil typically sold in a syringe for dispensing—gummies are a tasty and easy-to-use RSO delivery system.
- Discretion: While whipping out a pre-roll or vape pen in public may not always be possible, popping a gummy in your mouth is low-key and simple as could be.
Tips for Enjoying RSO Gummies
The major difference between consuming edibles as opposed to smoking or vaping is the onset time. When we inhale cannabis, the effects come on fairly quickly—usually within a few minutes—as the cannabinoids are quickly absorbed through the extensive network of blood vessels in the lungs.
But when we ingest RSO-infused gummies or other edibles, the cannabinoids are processed through the stomach and liver, and this process takes longer, sometimes as long as 60 – 90 minutes.
That said, the high from edibles tends to last far longer, in some cases up to 12 hours. The effects also tend to be stronger when compared with a similar amount of smoked or vaped THC since a higher proportion of the THC is converted to a form known as 11-hydroxy-THC, which may feel more potent than the cannabinoid in its original form.
We always recommend you start with less than you think you need; remember that you can always take more later. Be aware of your dosage—visit our Quick and Easy Guide to Edibles Dosage for guidance.
Where to Find RSO Gummies in Michigan
As growing evidence suggests, the entourage effect may make the high from full-spectrum products, such as RSO, more long-lasting and impactful. And if—like us—you’re always looking to gain a more elevated cannabis experience,
RSO gummies are worth checking out.
We always have a wide variety of Michigan’s best gummies in stock, including RSO gummies made by Bossy, a brand dedicated to creating happiness, good vibes, and memories. Try any of their handcrafted RSO gummies for an experience that’s very much out of the ordinary, or check out their RSO topicals and darts for other ways to explore the benefits of this concentrate. Just select the Exclusive location nearest you to get started.
You can grab products in-store or through our new Exclusive Cannabis app. Designed to bring the best of weed right to your mobile device, the Exclusive app is where convenience and rewards come together to enhance your shopping experience—at home, on the go, or in-store.
Have more questions? Stop by any of our locations or give us a shout. We’re here to help you get what you need.
