Candy or Cannabis?

Candy or cannabis, the NBC4 I-Team spoke with numerous doctors and officials who say more kids than ever before are coming into the emergency room with symptoms of pot poisoning. Many who ingested edible marijuana often found lying around–eating it because they thought it was a regular snack or candy. We displayed examples of candy next to items infused with THC, the chemical in marijuana, and asked kids and their parents if they could tell the difference. Health officials say many of these marijuana infused candies and treats can contain ten milligrams or more per piece. They say that’s a pretty powerful dose, even for an adult. Packaging rules have changed and manufacturers of these edibles also have to limit the quantity in each package, but those are the licensed shops who are following the rules. Law enforcement warns, there are still plenty of unlicensed sellers out there.