There are many in our country who struggle with weight issues, and there are seemingly equally as many weight loss/gain schemes out there. For people who have struggled for years to either gain or lose weight, it can be very tempting to look for some quick easy solutions, leading some of these people to opt for some of these less than reputable schemes. At CannaLeaf Health, we’ve known a number of patients who have used medical mariajuana to help with a loss of appetite, and we wanted to delve into how it can do that.
How Cannabis Can Help With Appetite Loss
Different strains of marijuana are composed of different cannabinoids and terpenes. These different terpenes and cannabinoids have different effects. Tetrahydrocannabinol (THC) is found in most strains of marijuana and is the main psychoactive cannabinoid, which means it’s the main reason you feel “high” when using cannabis. THC also is thought to be a cannabinoid that increases appetite.
Additionally, when selecting a strain of marijuana at your local dispensary, if you’re looking to stimulate your appetite, you should look for the following terpenes:
- Pinene
- Limonene
- Myrcene
- Caryophyllene
Helpful for Cancer Patients
There are many different conditions that unfortunately cause people to lose their appetite, but one of the most common is cancer and the treatments needed to eliminate that cancer. Chemotherapy and many other cancer treatments can cause patients to have extreme drops in their appetite, which leads to them losing weight at a less-than-healthy rate. For this reason, many cancer patients opt to use medical cannabis to help stimulate their appetite.
How Much Do I Need to Use to Boost My Appetite?
Everyone’s body is different, and cannabis can affect us in different ways. One strain may prove highly effective for one person, but another person may consider it a weak strain. There really is no answer to this question. To know how much cannabis you should use to increase your appetite, you should talk with an experienced medical cannabis professional. Additionally, keep in mind that it’s a good idea to start out slow and build your way up.
Can Cannabis Help You Lose Appetite?
Cannabis is much more well known for its ability to help people increase their appetite, but there are some strains that may actually help you decrease your appetite. If you’re trying to eat less, you may want to find strains of medical cannabis that contain THCV (Tetrahydrocannabivarin) or the terpene Humulene, which is commonly found in OG Kush, Headband, Sour Diesel, White Widow, and many other strains of cannabis.
Consult With a Medical Cannabis Expert
Do you still have some questions? Interested in learning more about how you can manage your loss of appetite using medical marijuana? At CannaLeaf Health, we’ve been providing Marylanders with our medical cannabis services for years now. If you would like to learn more, we encourage you to reach out to us. We look forward to working with you!
