Title: Does Marijuana Cause Weight Loss?
Headings: Does Marijuana Cause Weight Loss?
Does Marijuana Cause Weight Loss?
Marijuana and Weight Gain
Marijuana Can Stimulate Appetite
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Content: 1 In fact, marijuana can even help some people to lose weight. 2 Here's a closer look at what both sides of the research have to say. Marijuana and Weight Gain
When it comes to weight gain and marijuana use there are a few different factors to consider. Those who get the munchies may crave unhealthy processed foods high in added sugar, sodium, and saturated fat, which are likely to cause weight gain. Other people may simply experience an increase in appetite but are not getting enough exercise and are taking in more calories than they burn. In addition, different strains of marijuana will have varying concentrations of cannabinoids, including tetrahydrocannabinol (THC) and cannabidiol (CBD), and terpenes. These psychoactive chemicals act on the CB1 and CB2 receptors in the brain that make up the endocannabinoid system. These receptors play a key role in regulating appetite, stress, and pain sensations, and combined with other factors, can impact weight gain. Marijuana Can Stimulate Appetite
Whether smoked or eaten, cannabis affects the neurobiological circuits that control appetite, causing a temporary increase in appetite, resulting in the munchies. According to a 2015 study from the Yale University School of Medicine, activation of the CB1 receptor from THC increases feeding behaviors and leads to decreased activity of the neurons responsible for feelings of satiety.