When consumed, phytocannabinoids produced by the cannabis plant are capable of binding to, and interacting with, various receptors found in the bodys endocannabinoid system (ECS)
A standard cigarette typically contains less than 1 gram of tobacco, while many cigarillos contain around 24 grams of tobacco
I try to not start women at the dose that I think theyre going to need because I want to mitigate side effects that are scary to women, like breast tenderness
May affect teens behavior, concentration, memory and their ability to learn Increases risk of low impulse control Chronic nicotine exposure may lead to insulin resistance & type 2 diabetes Inhaled nicotine increases heart rate and blood pressure Nicotine is highly addictive Nicotine acts as a gateway drug and primes the brain so things like cocaine and heroin are more rewarding Exacerbate asthma & other lung conditions Releases unsafe levels of lead, chromium, manganese, and/or nickel into the lungs & environment Increased risk of lung, bladder cancer Increased risk of heart disease Persistent cough, bronchitis, congestion/phlegm Mental Health: strong relationship between youth smoking and depression, anxiety and stress
