The grass is turning green. How cannabis is taking over the world and what doctors think about it

16 December 2020, 21:07

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Author: Andrey Semyankiv

Marijuana is about to supplant alcohol and tobacco in the list of the most common “harmful” products. Or not?

For hundreds of years in a row, alcohol and tobacco have held the palm among the most popular psychoactive substances.

Despite their scientifically proven lethality, they are perhaps the only ones in legal circulation in almost every corner of the world.

But it looks like hemp products will make the giants move, and very soon. The cannabis market is growing steadily and, according to experts, should reach more than $97 billion in 2026.

Some readers may be skeptical about such astronomical figures. After all, if marijuana is so popularized, then where are all its ardent supporters and why isn’t weed smoked on every corner, even in countries with full legalization?

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What are the benefits of hemp flour?

Overall benefit

Hemp seed flour, enriched with beneficial ingredients and minerals, has a positive effect on the human body, namely:

• Prevents diabetes.
• Regulates blood glucose levels.
• The drug improves metabolism.
• Stimulates intestinal peristalsis, which allows the intestines to be cleansed of toxins and toxins.
• Flour has the ability to restore intestinal microflora, which leads to the problem of chronic constipation.
• This product is also known to be used to get rid of helmets.

Hemp flour helps cleanse the liver and protects it from negative effects. In addition, hemp flour cleans dishes from tablets and makes them stronger. The use of hemp flour prevents the occurrence of cardiovascular diseases. Also, thanks to this component in the diet, you can increase hemoglobin in the blood, get rid of extra pounds and protect the body from obesity .

The use of hemp flour helps fight respiratory diseases of viral and infectious origin. The drug has the ability to accelerate the healing process in case of mechanical damage to the skin, ulcers and burns.

For women

For the female half, hemp flour is valuable because it helps reduce inches in the waist and prevents the development of obesity . The cellular tissue in this product suppresses the feeling of hunger, which allows you to feel full for a long time and not eat additional snacks. The vitamin composition of flour activates metabolic processes. This leads to burning of fat cells.

Women also appreciate the ability of hemp flour to improve the condition of the dermis, accelerate the treatment of skin diseases , as well as the healing process of mechanical damage. Omega-3 fatty acids and tocopherol provide the skin with essential hydration. Carotenoids, ascorbic acid, amino acids stimulate the natural synthesis of collagen, which is responsible for the elasticity and youth of the dermis.

For men

Hemp flour improves performance. Contains vitamin E, increases endurance, stimulates muscle growth , which is especially important for athletes.

In addition, the inclusion of such a substance in a man’s diet leads to a decrease in the likelihood of genital pathologies in men, such as infertility and prostatitis. This is ensured by the presence of selenium and zinc in the product. It is these substances that ensure a man’s health.

As you know, men are more likely to experience cardiovascular diseases. Therefore, hemp flour must be present in their diet. Magnesium pectins, which are part of this product, help eliminate “bad” cholesterol. This protects the walls of blood vessels from cholesterol plaques and thrombosis .

When you are pregnant

The fruiting period is often characterized by a weakening of the body's protective function. Therefore, a pregnant woman’s diet should be enriched with various foods with a rich vitamin and mineral composition. One such product may be hemp flour. It helps strengthen a weakened immune system due to the fact that it contains fiber, which is a breeding ground for beneficial bacteria. The immunostimulating effect is also due to the presence of vitamins, antioxidants and various beneficial substances in this product.

Pregnant women often have lower hemoglobin levels. Using products with added hemp flour will help solve this problem. This property is due to the content of iron, vitamin C, as well as several essential amino acids.

This product restores intestinal microflora. This property will be useful for those women who struggle with constipation when carrying a child.

During feeding

Including a hemp product in a woman’s menu when breastfeeding leads to an increase in lactation. In addition, this flour is distinguished by the presence of a large list of vitamins, minerals and other useful ingredients that will help women quickly recover after childbirth and strengthen a weakened immune system.

When using this ingredient for the first time, it is important to monitor your child's reaction. If no negative effects are found, you can use the product in the future. If a child has a negative reaction to a new product, it is better to stop using it.

For children

A growing but immature child's body constantly needs nutrients and minerals that ensure its proper growth and development. Hemp flour is characterized by such properties. Therefore, you can include such an ingredient in the children's menu for a year . This product is best used in the production of porridges.

It is important to check how well your child feels after eating the porridge. Before using this product, you should first consult with the pediatrician who has the child.

If you are losing weight

As mentioned above, grinding cannabis has a positive effect on the digestive system, relieves constipation and restores intestinal microflora . The cellular tissue available in flour helps cleanse the body of toxic substances and improve metabolic processes.

The product helps to get rid of extra pounds and prevents the development of diseases such as obesity. Fiber suppresses hunger.

Effect of marijuana

The effect of a hemp-based smoking mixture is caused by the fact that certain areas of nerve cells have two types of cannabinoid receptors. The first is concentrated in the brain, mostly in those areas that are responsible for coordination of movements, memory, and the ability to absorb and analyze information. The second type of receptor is found in the organs responsible for the production of hormones: the ovaries and spleen.

Cannabinoids stimulate the secretion of serotonin, which gives feelings of happiness, joy and pleasure.

External physiological signs of marijuana use are a feeling of dry mouth, reddened whites of the eyes, and increased appetite.

Psychological impact in the short term:

1. A state of euphoria, elation and inspiration.
2. Laughing, even for minor reasons.
3. Sensitivity increases. A brighter, sharper perception of art objects, colors, sounds, smells, tastes.
4. Feeling of time slowing down and stretching. It seems to a person that he experiences many events in one second.
5. Overestimation of the significance of external impressions. Previously unnoticed details are intensified and seen as important as grandiose events.
6. Sedative effect. Relaxation and drowsiness, or, on the contrary, insomnia. It depends on individual characteristics.
7. Sometimes there is a feeling of panic, fear, a feeling of persecution.
8. The appearance of delusional or paranoid ideas, and most intoxicated people notice the inadequacy and perceive them as an object for laughter.

The first strongest and most acute effect (“arrival”) is absent, the product acts smoothly.

Most marijuana smokers are aware that they are in a state of altered consciousness. This explains why they can behave appropriately in public places.

In some cases, when taking large doses of hashish, delirium occurs - a state of confused consciousness, with a predominance of feelings of anxiety, fear, and threat from the outside. Possible delusions of persecution.

An average dose enhances orgasm in men and women, but makes ejaculation more difficult. High portions have a negative effect - they worsen the quality of sperm. The effect on the fetus during pregnancy has been poorly studied.

By 2020, the American Medical Association had just begun pushing for marijuana products to carry warnings about the potential harm to mother and baby.

Reviews from US women who smoked during pregnancy indicate that moderate use of cannabis to combat nausea or stress is safe.

How to take hemp flour

Hemp flour can be used to produce porridges and various flour products. It can be used as a healthy protein or vitamin supplement for a variety of supplements and main dishes. When cooking at home:

• It is recommended to use this ingredient for cooking cutlets;
• use as a natural thickener in the preparation of sauces and sauces;
• add this ingredient to milk or coffee;
• use for making pancakes.

The recommended daily dose of this type of flour is about 30 grams , which corresponds to several tablespoons.

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The use of hemp flour in cosmetology

The beneficial properties of hemp flour have also found application in cosmetology. The oil from this product is found in various shampoos and hair rinses. Hemp seed flour is used to make nourishing masks.

For example, you can prepare a cleansing face mask with baking soda. The recipe contains a teaspoon of baking soda, two tablespoons of flour and half a glass of water:

• Mix dry ingredients first.
• Then gradually pour the liquid into the powder mixture.
• The resulting mass must be thoroughly mixed so that no lumps form.
• Apply the mask to your face, leave for ten minutes, then rinse off.

This procedure helps clean out pores . This mask should only be used if there are no scratches or other damage to the face, otherwise drinking carbonated drinks may damage the skin.

The recipe for a moisturizing mask is also known:

• To prepare it, mix 20 g of flour, a dessert spoon with honey, 0.5 cups of water and 5 g of cocoa powder in a deep bowl.
• You can use lemon balm broth instead of water.
• The resulting mixture should be applied to a previously cleansed face for half an hour.
• After this period, the mask should be washed off and a nourishing cream should be applied to the skin.

This mask is suitable for use in winter , when the skin needs protection from temperature fluctuations.

Cosmetologists offer a rejuvenating mask with the addition of a hemp product. A mask with this ingredient can have a rejuvenating effect. To prepare it you will need 40 g of flour and 100 g of fat cream. The free component must be diluted with cream to a homogeneous consistency. The resulting mass should be applied to the face for 25-30 minutes and then rinsed off with warm water.

This mask is an effective way to smooth out fine lines and prevent new ones from appearing. In addition, this composition gives the skin a healthy appearance and makes it more elastic.

Signs of smoking marijuana

Cannabis leads to obvious changes in the behavior and consciousness of the addict. Therefore, identifying a cannabis smoker is not difficult. After the dose, euphoria sets in, manifesting itself differently for everyone. Most often this is unbridled fun, carefree talkativeness, and impaired coordination of movements. Aggression and inadequate perception of people’s actions and motives are less common.

The dose of the drug also affects the behavior of the user. If the dose is small, then the smoker is relaxed, his perception of colors and sounds is heightened, and his pupils are dilated. If the dose is large, then the addict is inhibited, does not orient himself in space, objects look huge or reduced. For some drug addicts, exceeding the dose leads to hallucinations, fears, and panic.

Damage and contraindications

Several years ago it was believed that the only contraindication to the use of hemp seed flour was individual intolerance, but now there are other restrictions on its use.

For example, if you have chronic gastrointestinal pathologies, especially pancreatitis, you should consult your doctor before using cannabis meal. Sometimes the product can cause an exacerbation of the pathology.

If the daily dose of such flour is exceeded, thinning of the blood may occur . This leads to prolonged bleeding and also causes problems with the circulatory system. Hemp flour should not be used for brewing if the dish is baked with vegetable oil. This can destroy the amino acid structure. Under certain conditions, these substances can become carcinogenic, and their accumulation in the body increases the risk of developing cancer.

If any symptoms appear after consuming hemp flour, you should consult a specialist.

Historical reference

In the 10th century BC. e. Ancient Hindus used this plant for medicinal purposes. Medicines were made from it to relieve pain.

Since ancient times, the Chinese have been famous for the production of textiles, in which they used hemp in production.

Marijuana only came to Europe at the beginning of the 19th century, when Napoleon returned to France with his troops, immediately after conquering the Eastern territories.

The benefits of smoking marijuana were appreciated by representatives of the “hippie” subculture in the 60s of the twentieth century.

At that time, yes, as now, this substance was the most popular psychotropic drug.

How to select and store

When choosing a product, it is important to study its composition. High quality flour should be made only from plant seeds, other raw materials and foreign substances. Currently, unscrupulous manufacturers often replace a certain portion of a healthy product with various inclusions of unknown origin. Purchasing such a product from an unreliable manufacturer can be harmful to the body.

Store hemp flour in an airtight container at room temperature. The shelf life should not exceed six months . At the end of this period, flour loses some of its beneficial properties.

Symptoms of use

Cannabinoids bind to fat cells. They quickly leave the blood, settling in tissues that are rich in lipids - which is why they take so long to be eliminated. The elimination period, depending on the fat layer, metabolic nuances, and dose, can be up to 45 days.

It is during this period that test results for the presence of THC in urine and blood may be positive. Fingernail tests will detect the presence of substances in the body over the past 8 months. In this case, the maximum effect of marijuana will be no more than 2-5 hours.

Mild intoxication may not be noticeable from the outside.

External symptoms of moderate intoxication:

1. Inhibited or, on the contrary, loose motor skills. Clumsiness, awkwardness. Difficulty controlling your movements.
2. Slurred, crumpled speech. Talkativeness.
3. Unnatural postures, the body doesn’t seem to understand what it’s like to sit or lie comfortably.
4. Laughter for no reason.
5. Sharp sudden changes in mood and reaction to the environment.

With severe intoxication, movements slow down noticeably. The gaze is frozen, looking into nowhere, the face loses its lively facial expressions and expressions, it looks like a mask. A person reacts inadequately to what is happening, his speeches and judgments resemble delirium.

What can be made from hemp flour: recipes

Hemp seed flour is widely used in medicine and cosmetology, but most often this ingredient is found in various culinary dishes, especially in Asia.

Many different recipes are known for using hemp seed flour. Used for preparing porridges, soups, baking, and also as an addition to dishes and drinks. It is also used as a sauce thickener.

It is not recommended to use the product when cooking fish and meat , because the chemical reaction destroys amino acids and releases dangerous compounds that can cause cancer.

Cookie

Cookies made from hemp flour are tender and soft and acquire a chocolate-nut flavor. You can use walnuts or hazelnuts for this type of baking, but walnuts or hazelnuts work best for this. Therefore it is enough:

• 50 g hemp seed flour;
• 100 g nuts;
• a tablespoon of cocoa;
• one banana;
• a few drops of vanilla syrup;
• two to three tablespoons of Jerusalem artichoke syrup.

Nuts should scientists have discovered that cannabis contains a cannabinoid that relieves stress and eliminates anxiety. However, with long-term use of such substances, side effects may occur, which may include hallucinations and attacks of paranoia.

According to the study, more than two million people smoked marijuana per year, most of them young people between the ages of 16 and 30.

Cannabis users often experience permanent brain damage in exchange for various mental and nervous system disorders.

Today there are many Starbuck cafes. Looks like you don't need five minutes in front of another establishment like this. So, in comparison, there are many more research centers dedicated to cannabis research.

Cannabis-based drugs

Drugs produced from hemp include marijuana and hashish.

• Marijuana is the dried and crushed parts of the plant, and hemp (leaves, flowers, inflorescences) contains psychotropic substances (cannabinoids).
• Hashish is a product in the form of briquettes in hard, flexible or powdered form made from hemp. The product has a psychoactive effect on humans.

Hemp drugs contain more than 400 different chemical substances, of which more than 50 are cannabinoids. The main psychoactive component of plant drugs is tetrahydrocannabinol (THC).

Description of the plant

The Latin name is Cannabis. Belongs to the annual, bast-fibrous plants of the hemp family. The modern classification distinguishes two conventional types: hemp - Cannabis sativa and Indian hemp - Cannabis indica.

The active species, or Indian hemp, secretes a psychoactive resin from its inflorescences and grows in hot, southern regions. Strictly speaking, this is marijuana. The inactive species, or hemp sativa, is grown in more northern temperate regions for its fiber and seeds.

Modern science claims that the difference between these two types is very conditional. In fact, this is one species placed in different growing conditions and, as a result, forced to adapt to the corresponding climatic conditions.

Hemp is an annual dioecious herbaceous plant reaching a height of two meters or more. There are female plants, which are called “materka”, and male plants, called “poskon”. Currently, as a result of active breeding work, bisexual varieties have been developed that contain both male and female inflorescences.

Psychological consequences

In addition to the short-term pathological effects of this spectrum in the form of unpredictable changes in behavior, delirium, panic attack, the following medium and long-term negative consequences are possible:

• Psychological dependence. As modern global research shows, a person who uses cannabis almost always develops a persistent psychological dependence. Its manifestations are predominantly individual and depend on the length of smoking, the characteristics of a particular organism and other factors. In some cases, marijuana can become an additional factor contributing to a person’s transition to harder drugs in order to get the maximum possible “high”;
• Anxiety. Quite often, even after the end of the main clinical effects of recreational doses of cannabis on the body, a person may spontaneously manifest panic reactions, develop anxiety, and various sleep disorders;
• Loss of motivation. Heavy marijuana smokers often face the problem of loss of motivation, withdraw into the inner world, show apathy, have problems concentrating on their butts, and lack strong desires; Tolerance. In some cases, people with their own metabolic characteristics quickly develop tolerance to usual doses of a soft drug - more and more cannabis is required to get the effect and ultimately the person switches to more severe forms of drugs;
• Psychoses. This type of pathology most often manifests itself in people with an unstable, poorly formed psyche - for example, in teenagers who regularly use marijuana.

Physiological consequences

Possible harms from smoking or otherwise consuming marijuana include:

• Physical dependence. Formed in every fifth chronic cannabis smoker;
• Pathologies of the reproductive system. We are talking about delayed ejaculation, weakened fertility, deterioration in sperm quality;

• Negative effects on the fetus. These include slower growth of the child in the womb, persistent dysfunction of the reproductive system in older children, impaired vision development, poor vegetative stability and other pathologies;
• Weakening of mental abilities due to very frequent use of marijuana;
• Potential carcinogenicity. Characteristic for heavy marijuana smokers is an increased risk of developing lung cancer;
• Deterioration of short-term memory.

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