Tag: Cannabis and weight

While the "munchies" stereotype is pervasive and backed by science, large-scale epidemiological studies have paradoxically found that regular cannabis users tend to have a lower average body mass index (BMI) than non-users. This raises the question: do stoned calories count toward weight gain, or is there a more complex metabolic story at play?

Despite the popular association of cannabis with 'the munchies,' some large-scale studies have found that frequent cannabis users tend to have a lower average BMI than non-users. So, how many calories does being high burn, and what does the science really say?

While THC is widely known for inducing the "munchies," some cannabinoids have the opposite effect. A growing number of users report that certain sativa strains make you lose your appetite due to the presence of specific compounds that interact differently with the body's endocannabinoid system.