More Effects of Marijuana
BRAIN- Affects moods and the ability to concentrate, learn, and remember.
EYES- Look red and bloodshot
THROAT- Makes people thirsty
HEART- Smoking pot can speed up the heart as much as 50%.
LUNGS- Increased risk of bronchitis or pneumonia
STOMACH- Increased appetite. People get the "munchies"....and possibly gain unintended weight.
HORMONES- Marijuana can affect growth and sexual development in both males and females.
IMMUNE SYSTEM- Smoking pot makes it harder to fight off respiratory diseases like colds, chronic coughs, bronchitis, and pneumonia.
WHOLE BODY- Poorer coordination and sense of balance. Also slower reaction time.
Marijuana and Unborn Babies
If a pregnant woman uses pot, she increases the risk of miscarriage and stillbirth. The baby could also be born smaller than normal, with nervous system problems, and/or learning disabilities.