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Marijuana
Description
Illicit Recreational Drug derived from the flowering tops of the Hemp Plant (Cannabis
sativa or Cannabis indica).
The major psychoactive component of the Hemp plant that is sought and maximized in
Marijuana is the Cannabinoid Tetraterpene - Tetrahydrocannabinol (THC).
Toxic Effects of Marijuana
Nervous System
Most of the Nervous System toxic effects of Marijuana are caused by THC.
High doses of Marijuana can cause Anxiety.
Habitual Marijuana usage can cause to damage to the Central Nervous System.
Marijuana (temporarily and reversibly) impairs Coordination.
Very high doses of Marijuana can cause Hallucinations.
Marijuana (temporarily and reversibly) decreases Learning ability.
Marijuana (temporarily and reversibly) causes Short Term Memory loss.
Marijuana usage during Pregnancy can cause Mental Retardation in offspring.
Marijuana usage (temporarily) causes Paranoia in some persons.
Immune System
Marijuana suppresses various functions of the Immune System.
Marijuana can cause Cancer [scientific research - Marijuana smoking is more
carcinogenic than tobacco smoking].
Long term Marijuana usage can cause Testicle Cancer.
Marijuana suppresses T-Lymphocytes.
Musculoskeletal System
Marijuana usage can cause persistently Bloodshot Eyes.
Respiratory System
Marijuana causes Emphysema-like changes in the Lungs.
Sexual System - Male
Marijuana can cause Male Infertility (by decreasing Sperm Count and reducing
male Testosterone levels).
Marijuana Interferes with these Substances
Hormones
Marijuana reduces Testosterone levels in males.
Neurotransmitters
Marijuana prevents the release of Vasopressin.
Nucleic Acids
Marijuana interferes with the synthesis of endogenous Nucleic Acids:
Deoxyribonucleic Acid (DNA)
Ribonucleic Acid (RNA)
Health Benefits of Marijuana
Digestive System
Marijuana helps to prevent the Vomiting experienced by persons undergoing
Chemotherapy).
Nervous System
Marijuana stimulates the Appetite.
Marijuana sedates the Central Nervous System.
Marijuana alleviates Nausea (especially the Nausea experienced by persons
undergoing Chemotherapy).
Marijuana alleviates Pain (by influencing the Pain receptors in the Brain).
Musculoskeletal System
Marijuana alleviates Glaucoma by lowering intraocular Eye pressure.
These Substances Help to Counteract the Toxic Effects of Marijuana
Smart Drugs
Diapid counteracts the Vasopressin deficiency encountered by Marijuana users
[scientific research - humans].
Piracetam helps to reverse the Memory loss caused by over-usage of Marijuana
[many anecdotal reports].
Bioavailability of Marijuana
Small quantities taken over a period of time are more toxic than the same amount
consumed as a single dose.
See Also:
Hemp Recreational Drugs
Tetrahydrocannabinol
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