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Edibles are cannabis-infused foods or drinks. Their effects vary in length, but they may last 6 hours or more, compared with up to 4 hours after smoking or vaping.

Edibles take longer than smoking or vaping cannabis to kick in — typically around 30 to 60 minutes. However, onset time depends on a lot of factors.

More Americans than ever are trying cannabis. But it’s not just smoking flower that’s gaining traction—cannabis edibles are gaining market share every year. This has led many people to ask ...