Marijuana and your Brain [infographic] | Daily Infographic

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Marijuana and your Brain [infographic] | Daily Infographic:

A good way to begin picturing a world with legalized marijuana would be to learn how weed affects the brain. Today’s infographic color codes the brain as it is affected by the substance. It seems that most areas of the brain affected only produces positive effects from weed. From curing pain to reducing nausea, weed seems to offer more perks than what most people would think. Although increased appetite might be a negative effect for those who are trying to lose some extra weight for spring break.

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Neuroskeptic: The Sweet Taste of Cannabinoids

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Neuroskeptic: The Sweet Taste of Cannabinoids:

"The munchies are something specific to marijuana. But why?

"New research from a Japanese team reveals that marijuana directly affects the cells in the taste buds which detect sweet flavours - Endocannabinoids selectively enhance sweet taste."

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