How Safe are Inhaled Cannabinoids?

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May 21, 2024

By Joie Meissner ND, BCB-L

Cannabinoids are naturally occurring constituents in the cannabis plant, also known as marijuana. There are over 100 types of cannabinoids found in the cannabis plant—delta-9 tetrahydrocannabinol (THC) and cannabidiol (CBD) are two major cannabinoids. ¹   

“Marijuana smoke contains toxins and carcinogens similar to those in tobacco smoke,” according to the American Lung Association.

Like cigarettes, smoked marijuana has been associated with adverse effects on the cardiovascular, respiratory, and central nervous systems. Smoking marijuana can cause COPD and other respiratory diseases. ^{2, 3}

A new lung disease linked to vaping was discovered in 2019. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) named the disease: “E-cigarette, or Vaping, Product use Associated Lung Injury (EVALI)”.

Marijuana smoke might suppress the immune system and has been linked to higher risk of head and neck cancer, atrial fibrillation, heart attack, stroke, and chronic lung disease. ⁴

Cannabis—including CBD—is not safe for children. Smoking marijuana during pregnancy can put the child at risk for developing leukemia. ⁵

It’s clear that smoking or vaping cannabis including cannabis products like CBD and THC is harmful for the general public. And it’s also clear that smoking and vaping cannabinoids is dangerous for pregnant woman and children.

To find out about precautions and possible adverse effects of cannabinoids including THC-CBD combinations, click link below:

Precautions & Adverse Effects of Cannabinoids

Links to more information on cannabinoids (CBD & THC):

Care informed by the understanding that emotional and physical wellbeing are deeply connected

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