The moment it happens, you know it. When you forget you took an edible earlier and then wonder why a third of a joint has you acting like a secret agent — the edible didn’t forget about you. This Herbistry420 short captures that experience perfectly, and if you’ve ever forgotten you took an edible, you’ve probably lived a version of this story.
The Story: When You Forget You Took an Edible
Fordee was testing a recipe — infused watermelon Jell-O inside a watermelon — for a channel video. The recipe didn’t look right on camera, so the video got scrapped. But the Jell-O? Still very much infused and edible. He ate about a third of it and moved on, not thinking much of it since he didn’t think he’d made it that strong.
Later, he heads outside to hang with a friend, smokes about a third of a joint, and suddenly he’s sideways. Really sideways. Hiding-in-the-shadows, James Bond spy moves sideways. His first thought: how is a third of a joint doing this? Then the realization hit — it wasn’t the joint at all. When you forget you took an edible, it waits patiently. And then it finds you at the worst moment.
5 Signs You Forgot You Took an Edible
- A small amount hits way harder than expected. One small puff, one bite of something else, and suddenly you’re completely floored. That’s not the current thing doing it — that’s the edible from two hours ago finally showing up.
- You get paranoid in situations that normally don’t bother you. Walking somewhere simple and feeling watched? Checking if the coast is clear before crossing the street? Classic sign you forgot you took an edible and it’s now in full effect.
- You can’t figure out why you’re hungry again. You ate. You ate again. The fridge looks like the greatest thing on earth. The edible is working overtime on your appetite.
- Time starts moving strangely. You check your phone — only 10 minutes have passed but it felt like 45. Or an hour has gone by and you’re sure it’s been 15 minutes. Welcome to edible time dilation.
- You’re laughing at absolutely everything. Something mildly funny becomes the greatest thing that’s ever happened. Your friend says something ordinary and you’re in tears. The edible you forgot is doing its best work right now.
Why Edibles Take So Long to Hit
When you forget you took an edible, it’s usually because edibles can take 30 minutes to 2 hours to kick in — sometimes longer depending on your metabolism, stomach contents, and potency. Unlike smoking or vaping where effects are nearly immediate, edibles require digestion and liver processing before THC reaches the bloodstream. The liver converts THC into 11-hydroxy-THC, which is actually more potent and longer-lasting than inhaled THC.
So when you casually take a few hits while the edible is still being processed, you’re doubling up without knowing it. Then you wonder why a small amount has you hiding in the bushes doing spy moves. The edible was always going to show up — you just forgot to account for it.
Tips to Avoid Forgetting You Took an Edible
Simple habits that help: set a phone reminder when you consume an edible. Write it down on a sticky note near your setup. Tell a friend if you’re going out later. If you’re testing a new recipe or homemade product, dose conservatively and wait a full 2 hours before deciding whether to consume anything else. The classic mistake is assuming the edible didn’t work and then taking more — or lighting up — before the first dose has fully arrived.
Frequently Asked Questions
Why does it take so long to feel an edible?
Edibles must be digested and processed by the liver before THC enters the bloodstream, which takes 30 minutes to 2 hours depending on your metabolism and how much you’ve eaten.
What should I do if the edible hits too hard?
Stay calm, drink water, eat something non-infused, and find a comfortable place to relax. CBD can help counteract intense THC effects. The feeling will pass — no one has ever fatally overdosed on cannabis.
How can I remember when I took an edible?
Set a phone alarm when you dose, keep a notes app log, or tell a friend if you’re going out. If you’re testing a new homemade recipe, wait the full 2 hours before reassessing.
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