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Why cannabis can make your heart race

The Cannigma

The endocannabinoid system affects a wide range of bodily functions including hunger, pain, sleep, and energy, to name a few. This is believed to be due to a widening of the blood vessels, which is also responsible for those red eyes people get after using cannabis. The same could be true for increased heart rate.

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AAFP ( American Academy of Family Physicians) Releases Marijuana, Cannabinoids Position Paper

Cannabis Law Report

Cannabis use, both medically and recreationally, is prevalent throughout history. Moderate evidence exists for the use of cannabis for sleep. Nabilone and nabiximols have been associated with improvement in sleep from a baseline and sleep restfulness. Background. Extensive evidence. 1 In the U.S. References.