There have been debates about the health hazards on its
intake
.Marijuana comes from the Cannabis plant, the flowers,
seeds, leaves, and stems of the plant must be shredded and
dried before they can be used. Most people who use
marijuana , smoke it but it can be mixed into food, brewed
into tea, or even used in a vaporizer. One of the ingredients
in marijuana is a mind-altering chemical called delta-9-
tetrahydrocannabinol (THC). So let me talk about itseffects
on every organ.

Lung
When you inhale marijuana smoke into your lungs, it is
quickly released into your bloodstream on its way to your
brain and other organs. It takes a little longer to be
absorbed when you eat or drink it.
The effects of marijuana on the body are immediate.
Longer-term effects may depend on how you take it, how
much you take, and how often you use it. Since its use has
long been illegal in Nigeria, large-scale studies have been
difficult to manage.
In recent years, the medicinal properties of marijuana are
gaining acceptance in mainstream Nigeria.. With the
potential for increased recreational use, knowing the
effects that marijuana can have on your body is as
important as ever.

Respiratory System
Much like tobacco smoke, marijuana smoke is made up of a
variety of toxic chemicals that can irritate your bronchial
passages and lungs. If you’re a regular smoker, you’re more
likely to wheeze, cough, and produce phlegm. You’re also at
increased risk of bronchitis and lung infections.
Marijuana may aggravate existing respiratory illnesses like
asthma and cystic fibrosis. Marijuana smoke contains
carcinogens. It has the potential to elevate your risk of
developing lung cancer. However, studies on the subject have
had mixed results.

Circulatory System
THC moves from your lungs into your bloodstream and
throughout your body. Within minutes, your heart rate may
increase by 20 to 50 beats per minute according to
researchers. That rapid heartbeat can continue for up to
three hours. For people with heart disease, this faster
heartbeat could raise the risk of heart attack.
One of the telltale signs of recent marijuana use is
bloodshot eyes. They look red because marijuana causes blood
vessels in the eyes to expand or dilate. Marijuana may help
stop the growth of blood vessels that feed cancerous
tumors.

Central Nervous System
When you inhale marijuana smoke into your lungs, it doesn’t
take long for THC to enter your bloodstream. From there, it
is quickly transported to your brain and the rest of your
organs. When you get marijuana from food or drink, it is
absorbed a little more slowly.
THC triggers your brain to release large amounts of
dopamine, a naturally occurring “feel good” chemical. That’s
what gives you a pleasant “high.” It may heighten your
sensory perception, as well as your perception of time. THC
changes the way you process information, so your judgment
may be impaired. It may also be difficult to form new
memories when you’re high.
Changes also take place in the cerebellum and basal ganglia,
upsetting your balance, coordination, and
reflex response. All those changes mean that it’s not safe to
drive. Very large doses of marijuana or high concentrations
of THC can cause hallucinations or delusions.
According to researchers, there may be an association
between marijuana use and some mental health problems like
depression and anxiety but more research is needed to
understand the connection. In people who have schizophrenia,
marijuana use can make symptoms worse.
When you come down from the high, you may be tired or
feel a bit depressed. In some people, marijuana can cause
anxiety. About nine percent of marijuana users develop an
addiction, according to researchers. Symptoms of
withdrawal may include irritability, insomnia, and loss of
appetite.
In young people whose brains are not yet fully developed,
marijuana can have a lasting impact on thinking and memory
skills. If you use marijuana when pregnant, it can affect
the brain of your unborn baby. Your child may be more prone
to trouble with memory, concentration, and problem-
solving skills.
THC can lower pressure in the eyes, which can ease
symptoms of glaucoma for a few hours. According to the
American Academy of Ophthalmology, more research is
needed to understand the active ingredients in marijuana
and whether or not it’s a good treatment for glaucoma.
The pharmacologic effect of marijuana extends throughout
the central nervous system. It is thought to ease pain and
inflammation. It may also be of use in controlling spasms and
seizures.

Digestive System
Smoking marijuana can cause stinging or burning in your
mouth and throat. When you take oral THC, it is processed
in your liver. Marijuana can ease nausea and vomiting. It can
also increase appetite, which can be useful to people living
with cancer or AIDS.

Immune System
Some research indicates that THC affects the immune
system. Studies involving animals showed that THC might
damage the immune system, making you more vulnerable to
illness.




Well, like a proverb says “Find what you love and let it kill
you”


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Cc: lalasticlala, ishilove

Lalastica, INTROVERT take note!

Igbo causes madness, quit!!

Bullsh1t. Puff puff and pass. Legalise MARIJUANA.

But I thought it also had some medicinal properties ?

still looking for the research where it states that maryjane is a potent drug for cancer op find that research and post and stop scaring people with your half-truth,
maryjane is sometimes recommended for insomnia op stop throwing the baby with the bath water

obiak4:
still looking for the research where it states that maryjane is a potent drug for cancer op find that research and post and stop scaring people with your half-truth,
maryjane is sometimes recommended for insomnia op stop throwing the baby with the bath water

It is one of the active ingredients cannabinoid,that is clinically recomemended to induce appetite in cancer and AIDS patients.Marijuana itself is made up of hundreds of chemicals,hence the hazard when taken raw by the genetically vulnerable users.

lagmostkuit:
This scared d hell out of me.

That's it, after today... no more reading dis post.

so,you've been smoking lot of weed? Lots of mad men on the street ran mad as a result of weed smoking,God love humans but humans don't like themselves