Surprising Side Effects of Using Marijuana Everyday, Says New Survey — Eat This Not That

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Introduction

Marijuana has been used for centuries for medicinal and recreational purposes, but a new survey has revealed some surprising side effects of using marijuana every day. The survey, conducted by Eat This Not That, found that regular marijuana use can lead to a variety of physical and mental health issues, including anxiety, depression, and even memory loss. The survey also found that marijuana use can have a negative impact on relationships, work performance, and overall quality of life. While marijuana can be beneficial in some cases, it is important to be aware of the potential risks associated with regular use. This article will explore the findings of the survey and provide tips for using marijuana safely and responsibly.

Surprising Side Effects of Using Marijuana Everyday, Says New Survey

A new survey has revealed some surprising side effects of using marijuana every day. The survey, conducted by Eat This Not That, found that regular marijuana use can lead to a number of physical and mental health issues.

The survey found that regular marijuana use can lead to an increased risk of anxiety, depression, and other mental health issues. It can also lead to an increased risk of respiratory problems, such as bronchitis and asthma. Additionally, regular marijuana use can lead to an increased risk of developing certain types of cancer, such as lung cancer.

The survey also found that regular marijuana use can lead to an increased risk of developing cardiovascular problems, such as high blood pressure and heart disease. Additionally, regular marijuana use can lead to an increased risk of developing certain types of addiction, such as nicotine addiction.

Finally, the survey found that regular marijuana use can lead to an increased risk of developing certain types of cognitive impairment, such as memory loss and difficulty concentrating.

The survey concluded that regular marijuana use can have a number of serious side effects, and that it is important for people to be aware of these potential risks before using marijuana. It is also important to note that the effects of marijuana use can vary from person to person, and that it is important to talk to a doctor before using marijuana.

More people consider marijuana use acceptable than at any point in history, and a steady increase in legalization means it’s more available for recreational use than ever before. But cannabis, like any substance, isn’t risk-free—it can have uncomfortable side effects. And they’re not just physical. One new study found that marijuana use could have an effect on one area of your life you probably hadn’t considered. Read on to find out more—and to ensure your health and the health of others, don’t miss these Sure Signs You’ve Already Had COVID.

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Using marijuana may not be the warm-and-fuzzy experience that’s so ingrained in pop culture. In fact, researchers behind a new study found that frequent marijuana use might cause tension in your relationship.

“Knowledge about how cannabis use affects and is affected by experiences in romantic relationships notably lags behind its popularity,” said study author Jessica Salvatore, an associate professor of psychiatry at Rutgers Robert Wood Johnson Medical School. “We looked at different indicators of relationship functioning: how satisfied and committed people felt about their relationship, their behavior and physiology during a laboratory-based conflict interaction and their perceptions about their conflict discussion and relationship afterward.”

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The study involved 145 couples that included at least one marijuana user. Each person was asked about their frequency of marijuana use and their level of relationship satisfaction. All the couples were then videotaped having a 10-minute discussion about a source of tension in their relationship, while the scientists measured their bodies’ responses to stress.

Next, the couples talked for five minutes about topics they agreed on. After those conversations, the subjects told the researchers how they thought the conversations had gone and how satisfied they were with any conflict resolution.

The videos were then watched by two sets of raters who analyzed each person’s responses to conflict, such as avoidance (deflecting uncomfortable topics or ignoring areas of disagreement) and negative engagement (demanding changes, criticizing, blaming).

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The researchers found that people who used cannabis more often displayed less parasympathetic withdrawal with their partner—a reduced ability to be flexible in stressful situations. More frequent users also tended to be more critical of their partners, more avoidant of conflict, and less able to let things go.

“The assessments by the cannabis users were almost the exact opposite of what independent raters found,” said Salvatore. “However, it is important to note that this study’s findings do not mean that cannabis use is wholesale good or bad for relationships. Rather, it gives insight into how couples can better navigate conflict and come to a resolution. When you don’t see problems, you can’t solve them.”

Salvatore noted that the study only observed correlation between marijuana use and relationship tension, not causation, and said that more research needs to be done.

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Michael Martin

Michael Martin is a New York City-based writer and editor whose health and lifestyle content has also been published on Beachbody and Openfit. A contributing writer for Eat This, Not That!, he has also been published in New York, Architectural Digest, Interview, and many others. Read more