Why is CBD Oil becoming so Popular?

 Why is CBD Oil becoming so Popular?

CBD is not psychoactive and also does not harm the heart. It is also associated with less risk of 

inflammation, which is a direct contributor to atherosclerosis, strokes, and coronary artery disease.

Some studies have shown that CBD could reduce heart rate and blood pressure.

Will smoking cannabis harm your heart?

Yes says AMA.

The American Heart Association (AHA), in their statement, has said that smoking cannabis (marijuana) 

could be harmful to the heart.

This new stand on smoking weed was published this week in the journal Circulation.

The announcement is released as an article titled, 

“Medical Marijuana, Recreational Cannabis, and Cardiovascular Health: 

A Scientific Statement From the American Heart Association.”

The statement from Dr. Rose Marie Robertson, the deputy chief science and medical officer for 

the American Heart Association, was, “The American Heart Association recommends that people not 

smoke or vape any substance, including marijuana products, because of the potential harm to the heart, 

lungs and blood vessels.” 

This statement was approved by the American Heart Association Science Advisory and Coordinating Committee 

on May 18, 2020, followed by the American Heart Association Executive Committee on June 22, 2020.

Cannabis and the heart

The team of researchers said that there might be health benefits of marijuana in certain disease conditions, 

and it may play a role in pain management.

However, there is no proven benefit of cannabis on the cardiovascular system.

They write, “...many of the concerning health implications of cannabis include cardiovascular diseases”.

The team, however, adds that the route of administration of the drug (smoked or other) may determine the 

actual level of harm it may cause to the cardiovascular system.

Typically weed containing THC or tetrahydrocannabinol when smoked causes these heart rhythm problems.

THC is the primary psychoactive component of marijuana that causes the “high.” It can raise the 

requirement of oxygen of the heart and raise blood pressure among those who are susceptible, 

the experts say.

The statement went on to say that some individuals when smoking marijuana may experience chest pain 

and even heart attacks, along with other heart problems that are commonly seen with tobacco use.