Long-term cannabis use NOT associated with health problems, study finds
The debate over whether the benefits of marijuana use are worth the risks continues to rage, as more and more states make moves to legalize it. While much remains unknown about its effects, a group of researchers recently made an important discovery that should lay some doubts to rest: Long-term marijuana use does not lead to any physical health problems. In fact, the only issue the researchers were able to link it to was a higher incidence of gum disease. For many people facing serious issues such as cancer and epilepsy who turn to marijuana, this news will be highly welcomed.
The study looked at the effect of marijuana usage on the health of 1,037 New Zealanders from the time of their birth up through middle age. They tracked metrics such as cholesterol, blood pressure, weight, lung function and blood sugar.
The study did uncover a higher rate of gum disease...
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