How harmful is marijuana for one's health?

Your Body on Marijuana. When you smoke pot, THC and other chemicals travel from your bloodstream to your brain. THC causes the feel-good "high." Here are some of the other effects you'll feel: Trouble thinking and remembering; Bloodshot eyes; Dry mouth (cotton mouth); Increased appetite (the ... read more

Although some say marijuana is just as safe as, or even safer than alcohol, others argue that pot causes a lot more harm than just a serious buzz. Although there isn't much evidence that the occasional toke leads to long-term health problems, researchers are concerned that long-term, heavy pot smoking can leave lingering effects. read more

I read even fresh tobacco (without the harmful additives in cigarettes) is still bad for ones lungs. Alcohol is detrimental to ones liver and tobacco is a big cause or oral and other cancers. Cannabis is the safest recreational drug especially compared to tobacco and alcohol. read more

Marijuana raises heart rate for up to 3 hours after smoking. This effect may increase the chance of heart attack. Older people and those with heart problems may be at higher risk. Problems with child development during and after pregnancy. One study found that about 20% of pregnant women 24-years-old and younger screened positive for marijuana. read more