Back in the day, when companiesdidn'tsell perfectly-dosed,delicious-tasting cannabisedibles, few had no idea what they were doing and took way too much weed. But over the last decade, edibles haveexperienced a serious transformation. Gone are the days of the humblepot brownie; todaydispensaries look akin to the candy aisle at Whole Foods.

　　Gummies, mints, chocolate bars, caramels, gumdropsyou name it, you can likely find a version gussied up with some weed to your liking. Still, it's normal whengetting ready to tryedibles for the very first time to feel a bit overwhelmed.

　　Luckily, withweed now legal in41 states for medical use and 24 states for recreational use,education has also increasedwith better dosing information,labels detailing effects and thorough explanations from dispensary staff.Of course, it never hurts to come prepared with an understanding of the basics.

　　Weinterviewed three cannabis experts from across the country to give you some easy-to-remember pointers about buying edibles for the first time (or the first time in a long time). Lets dig in.

　　MEET THE EXPERTS David Cooper, national retail trainer for Cresco Labs in Chicago

　　Megon Dee, founder and CEO of Oracle Wellness Co. in Portland

　　Miguel Trinidad, chef and co-founder of 99th Floor in New York City

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