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Those who smoke marijuana see it as a gift from Mother Nature. While some may argue that it can have severe physical and psychological implications, there are a few studies that highlight the possible benefits.
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It can make food tastier: Weed smokers know how well marijuana can help improve the taste of food. The reason behind is that THC (present in marijuana) binds to cannabinoid receptors in the brain and improves the sense of smell, leading to extreme hunger.
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It makes pain more bearable: Marijuana makes pain more bearable, according to one study. Once again, it is THC that does the trick. The areas of the brain connected with emotional suffering saw reduced activity after a person had consumed marijuana.
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It reduces anxiety: Marijuana, when consumed in controlled doses, can help people in distress. Sachin Patel, a professor of psychiatry and molecular physiology at Vanderbuilt University, discovered how cannabinoid receptors located in a key emotional hub of the brain could help regulate anxiety and fight-or-flight response.
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It could help you lose weight: Two compounds present in cannabis (THCV and cannabidiol) can help burn more energy, and thus prove useful in losing weight. This explains why a lot of regular marijuana smokers are as thin as a stick.
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