Does Weed Make You Lose Weight?

If you have been ingesting cannabis for some time then you are already aware of the many health benefits that it provides. Some of these include reducing your risk of cancer, combating depression and anxiety, decreasing your risk of heart disease and diabetes as well as reducing the risk of osteoporosis. The latest addition to this list of great benefits is called the "fruits of cannabis". Many scientific studies have been conducted on this plant and its extract and all of them show an impressive array of health benefits. So does cannabis make you lose weight?

In most cases, the answer will be yes. There are several components in cannabis that contribute to weight loss. These include the fact that the plant contains an extremely high concentration of endocannabinoid system, which directly affects the central nervous system and causes it to reduce the amount of serotonin it releases. This causes the individual using the cannabis to experience a wide range of psychological functions including mood swings, anxiety, restlessness and irritability.

One study published in the Journal of Addiction showed that both men and women who used marijuana regularly lost significantly less body fat compared to those who did not consume the substance. The study published in this journal also showed that people who consumed cannabis had a significantly smaller waistline than those who did not. The study published in the British Journal of Addiction also found that users of cannabis were significantly less likely to be diagnosed with serious illnesses including cancer, HIV or Hepatitis C. It is also known that marijuana users suffer from fewer incidences of insomnia and a much smaller body mass index than non-cannabis consumers. So does all of this translate into weight loss?

The short answer to this question would be "Yes". Several studies have shown that the levels of the endocannabinoid in the body of individuals who smoke cannabis are remarkably similar to those who consume small amounts of the drug but tend to gain weight. It is believed that this is because the body begins to create more of these "happy" chemicals in its attempt to counter the perceived negative aspects of smoking weed. Additionally, it has been found that using cannabis during weight loss will cause you to experience fewer cravings for foods and will suppress your hunger.

A study published in the American Journal of Clinical Nutrition showed that there is a significant link between smoking cannabis and fatty liver disease. The study published in the American Journal of Clinical Nutrition compared two groups of individuals who had previously been treated separately for fatty liver disease. It was discovered that after one year of heavy cannabis smoking there was a significant increase in the chance that one person would develop fatty liver disease. The fatty liver disease was linked to an increase in markers of inflammation.

There is also a correlation between cannabis use and osteoporosis. A common study published in the Journal of American Medical Association reported that osteoporosis can be a serious risk factor for long-term weight loss. The participants who smoked the most cannabis had a statistically significant greater risk of developing osteoporosis. This is especially important because younger people are much more likely to experience the effects of osteoporosis than older people. Those who smoke cannabis on a regular basis are also at a greater risk of having an unhealthy body mass index (BMI).

As you can see there are many reasons why smoking pot can lead to body weight issues. Of all the reasons that have been identified so far, the one that has been determined to be the strongest was the fact that marijuana users who often consume other drugs (including cigarettes) are at a higher risk for having substance related health problems. In other words, those who consume other drugs while they are trying to lose weight may find that they are unable to lose the excessive amount of weight that they need to lose. Instead, those who use marijuana may find that they are able to lose some weight, but the excessive amount of calories and fat that they have in their body means that they will often put on several pounds before the weight loss benefits of marijuana start to show.

In conclusion, there are a number of reasons why weed can lead to weight loss. For starters, those who regularly smoke marijuana are more likely to develop poor dietary habits that lead to obesity. Secondly, those who regularly use marijuana are also more likely to develop poor sleep habits that lead to poor body weight. Lastly, those who regularly use marijuana are also more likely to develop addictive behaviors that lead to repeated usage of marijuana and eventual dependence upon it.