Maybe my usage of "consumable" was not a good word choice.

I don't use the stuff. I am not familiar with the terminology to comment wisely.

Smoking marijuana reduces the potential of individuals and societies. We need to figure out ways to discourage people from using it.

In the meantime, we need sensible laws around marijuana, as many people will continue to use it. And hemp has great benefits other than THC. The original article had a sensible approach.