Pot, weed, marijuana, Mary Jane, grass – you know name it. Just like how cannabis takes on many names, people can’t seem to come to a solid conclusion on whether or not the drug is beneficial to human health. Since the legalization of cannabis in British Columbia just this year on October 17, marijuana smokers and non-smokers voice their opinions loud and clear.
Non-smokers are against using cannabis. The reason? Well, there have been many published studies exposing the negative effects of cannabis. To name a few, cognitive development may be affected, especially for young users. Additionally, not only do studies show that the probability of death from hypertension increases, but the probability of stroke and heart failure increases as well.
On the other side however, marijuana smokers have come to their own defence as there are studies that also reveal the positive effects of cannabis. Research
reveals that mental stamina may be improved for HIV patients, drug addiction may be treated, and smoking marijuana can relieve chronic nerve pain as well.
Marijuana use proves to be a popular controversial topic around the world. Multiple studies and extensive research finds both pros and cons for people who are against smoking weed, and for the people who are for it.
If you were to ask me, it really depends on the situation. For all I know, you could be someone who enjoys the recreational use of marijuana, but claim that it helps “relieve muscle pain” because the news article you read on Facebook said it would. Either way, as long as cannabis is legal, most people like me don’t care if you need it for medical reasons or not. It’s a free world. Do your thing.
- Sonia Sharma
