The Candy Project aims to educate people on the dangers of marijuana edibles . The column gained national exposure , not all of it positive as many pot advocates and late-night hosts mocked the columnist . NYT 's Maureen Ryan 's column on nightmarish experience with candy bar was inspiration . There have been at least three reported deaths following the use of marijuana - infused edibles . Pot 's effects last longer with edibles than smoking , leading some users to eat too much .
The Candy Project aims to educate people on the dangers of marijuana edibles . NYT 's Maureen Ryan 's column on nightmarish experience with candy bar was inspiration . There have been at least three reported deaths following the use of marijuana - infused edibles . Pot 's effects last longer with edibles than smoking , leading some users to eat too much .