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Harmful Effects Of Marijuana by holuwamurewa(m): 1:08am On Jul 18, 2015 |
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” Source http://247gistarena.com/2015/07/17/the-effects-0f-marijuana-must-read/?utm_source=&utm_medium=facebook Cc: lalasticlala, ishilove
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Re: Harmful Effects Of Marijuana by Nobody: 1:12am On Jul 18, 2015 |
Lalastica, INTROVERT take note! |
Re: Harmful Effects Of Marijuana by izuch(m): 1:14am On Jul 18, 2015 |
Igbo causes madness, quit!! |
Re: Harmful Effects Of Marijuana by Nobody: 1:20am On Jul 18, 2015 |
This scared d hell out of me. That's it, after today... no more reading dis post. |
Re: Harmful Effects Of Marijuana by Nobody: 2:29am On Jul 18, 2015 |
Bullsh1t. Puff puff and pass. Legalise MARIJUANA. 1 Like |
Re: Harmful Effects Of Marijuana by angieberry(f): 5:04am On Jul 18, 2015 |
But I thought it also had some medicinal properties ? |
Re: Harmful Effects Of Marijuana by obiak4(m): 6:53am On Jul 18, 2015 |
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 |
Re: Harmful Effects Of Marijuana by obuksjr(m): 9:05am On Jul 18, 2015 |
obiak4: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. |
Re: Harmful Effects Of Marijuana by iamrealdeji(m): 4:07pm On Aug 14, 2015 |
lagmostkuit: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 |
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