A science-based deep dive into marijuana's real health risks, from brain damage and addiction to cardiovascular effects. Separating fact from fiction about cannabis safety.

Cannabis isn't the harmless substance it's often portrayed as; like any psychoactive drug, it carries real risks that vary based on factors like age of first use, frequency, potency, and individual vulnerability.
The downsides of marijuana use


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Lena: Hey everyone, welcome to your personalized podcast from BeFreed! We're diving deep into a topic that's becoming increasingly important as cannabis legalization spreads-the potential downsides of marijuana use.
Eli: Absolutely, Lena! I'm really excited about this one because there's so much conflicting information out there. Our listeners deserve to understand both sides of the story, especially when it comes to their health and wellbeing.
Lena: Exactly. So today we're exploring what the science actually tells us about marijuana's risks and adverse effects. Are you ready to separate fact from fiction?
Eli: Let's do this!