Does Weed Make You Lose Weight?

Does weed make you lose weight? This is one question many people ask themselves, after all this is a drug that is completely legal and has been used by thousands of people around the world for medicinal purposes. So how can one drug cause such widespread and serious health problems? There is a theory that by using cannabis regularly, and in large quantities, you can build an immune system which over time can cause severe and irreparable damage to your health.

When we speak of the endocannabinoid system, there are two parts to this equation. The first of these is the neurotransmitters. These chemical messengers control mood, appetite and our ability to think rationally. When they are not present in abundance, we are much less able to process information properly, and are therefore easily frustrated, irritable and depressed. By using cannabis on a regular basis can indeed result in major mood swings, and as a result weight loss.

But the second piece of the puzzle is much more interesting. It is related to the second phase of the study mentioned above. The second phase of this relationship is what is known as the rebound effect. This happens when we stop using cannabis, we begin to feel better and our bodies respond by slowing down. The endocannabinoid system is being used, and so there is a natural down side to it.

If you take a look at the people who are most likely to experience this natural down side to cannabis use, you will find that they tend to be heavier smokers, or those who consume large amounts on a regular basis. If you take away cigarettes and replace them with marijuana, you are suddenly dealing with a different metabolism, and you are going to experience a whole host of different symptoms. People who smoke pot for comfort, or for the mood, are at a disadvantage when it comes to losing weight, simply because they are not heavy users. It does take some effort to stop smoking weed, and many heavy pot users do experience a smaller waistline. But their weight loss may very well be temporary.

There was a study published in the Journal of the American Medical Association that took a close look at two groups of cannabis consumers. One group of smokers were recreational users; the other group were people suffering from fatty liver disease. The study published by this journal found that people who smoke pot have a greater chance of developing fatty liver disease. Also, people who suffer from this disease tend to have a smaller waistline. The study published by the British Journal of Addiction found that heavy cannabis consumers had a higher rate of depression.

Is it possible that using cannabis will cause a rebound gain in weight? This is the question that will be answered in a follow up study published in Clinical Psychological Review. People who smoke pot but also consume alcohol are likely to put on some weight. The study published by Psychological Review found that there is a link between heavier cannabis consumers and a smaller waistline.

Is smoking pot something that's addictive? The short answer to this question is no. People can develop addictions to things like nicotine, alcohol, and caffeine, but not when they choose to smoke pot. Research has shown that marijuana is not highly addictive. However, there are some cases where people may begin to feel dependent on the drug. People who become addicted to heroine may find that they need larger amounts of the drug to function properly, and marijuana can be an addictive substance.

Does weed make you lose weight? It may not make you lose weight. Some of the studies done may point to this issue. In the end, you should consider whether or not the time you spend smoking pot will negatively impact your life and your health. If you do decide that smoking pot is detrimental to your life and health, you should make sure to take steps to stop as soon as possible.