Does getting high make you put on or lose weight?

[timb89]

Just in general... This is to settle an argument between a friend.

My logic is you eat more and become incredibly lazy, therefore weight gain is unavoidable.

He has lost weight which he attributes to getting high (although he has been sick, i have put on weight which he attributes to going to the gym), though i admit I'm not sure if there is some chemical that causes weight loss attributed to weed that I'm not aware of but i doubt it.

[BornUnderPunches]

it probably depends on your personal side effects. Some people eat. Some people hurl.

[timb89]

it probably depends on your personal side effects. Some people eat. Some people hurl.

ive never seen anyone vomit, like ive seen people cough and dry heave, i mean more in general terms.

[BornUnderPunches]

I've seen people vomit efore. I don't do it myself but I've seen strange/different things happened to different people after they did.

[timb89]

I've seen people vomit efore. I don't do it myself but I've seen strange/different things happened to different people after they did.

either way im so sure that it would largely contribute to weight gain opposed to weight loss for the vast majority of people.

[BornUnderPunches]

this is probably true, happy 4/20 by the way haha

[timb89]

this is probably true, happy 4/20 by the way haha

whats 4/20? and that was yesterday in aus haha

[Homeless Donut]

whats 4/20? and that was yesterday in aus haha

4-20 is like "pot day" in the united states. Contrary to popular belief, it isn't because the police number for smoking/consumption of weed is 420, it is because a couple kids at a high school would meet up at 4:20pm to smoke weed.

[timb89]

4-20 is like "pot day" in the united states. Contrary to popular belief, it isn't because the police number for smoking/consumption of weed is 420, it is because a couple kids at a high school would meet up at 4:20pm to smoke weed.

ah okay... i really wanna see why people think that smoking weed leads to weight loss?

[Homeless Donut]

ah okay... i really wanna see why people think that smoking weed leads to weight loss?

I personally don't smoke weed. But the people that I know who do smoke weed definitely gained weight. Especially in the face.

[timb89]

I personally don't smoke weed. But the people that I know who do smoke weed definitely gained weight. Especially in the face.

i would have thought given the fact you eat heaps and it makes you lazy would obviously lead to weight gain! unless like THC speeds up metabolism or something?

[delvec19]

definitely gain weight. I've been on a diet for almost 3 months now and have really cut down on smoking weed because I know it's definitely leading to late night eating and that's the easiest way to gain weight.

[aimee<3]

fact: guys tend to get breasts from smoking weed. (i just wanted to share that)

maybe your friends weed is laced with some thing making him lose weight (you never know)

but other than that i think it makes you gain weight from getting the munchies or whatever

[tjb4233]

i'd eat everything when i was high...i think i ate like 20 cookies once haha

[Scrandon]

If you really want to know, Google it and read a damn article, don't ask for opinions of random stoners online.

[Toothache]

who the fuck loses weight from getting high? when you get the munchies you dont grab an apple, you get 9 tacos from taco bell.

[timb89]

If you really want to know, Google it and read a damn article, don't ask for opinions of random stoners online.

why not? and what's it matter?

[timb89]

who the fuck loses weight from getting high? when you get the munchies you dont grab an apple, you get 9 tacos from taco bell.

you then also don't get up and go for a jog, you sit there and watch movies.

[timb89]

im still surprised even 13 people said lose weight, i wanna get someones logic as to how it makes you lose weight.

[barkingincision]

getting high gets you high.


edit: don't expect a legitimate answer, most of ap.net doesn't smoke/is significantly scared of pot.

[barkingincision]

4-20 is like "pot day" in the united states. Contrary to popular belief, it isn't because the police number for smoking/consumption of weed is 420, it is because a couple kids at a high school would meet up at 4:20pm to smoke weed.
i went there.

[HometownHero]

Nothing happens. I remained my same weight all those years I smoked like a fool

[SuNDaYSTaR]

Quit smoking pot. The argument is really stupid and pointless.

[Toothache]

Quit smoking pot. The argument is really stupid and pointless.
know what else is stupid and pointless? telling people to quit smoking pot because no one who does gives a fuck what you think about it.

[SuNDaYSTaR]

know what else is stupid and pointless? telling people to quit smoking pot because no one who does gives a fuck what you think about it.Obviously, you do.

[Brand-new-123]

I don't smoke, but one of my buddies does and he lost some weight because he doesn't eat anything when he's stoned. I think it probably depends on the person, and most people probably gain weight.

[timb89]

Quit smoking pot. The argument is really stupid and pointless.

i am just curious more than anything, how does that making it pointless?

[timb89]

I don't smoke, but one of my buddies does and he lost some weight because he doesn't eat anything when he's stoned. I think it probably depends on the person, and most people probably gain weight.

hmm i guess it does, but one would safety make the assumption that given the two main actions most people do when they are high is eat and be lazy i would have thought anyone an idiot not conclude that majority of people increase weight. it just seems obvious.

[SuNDaYSTaR]

i am just curious more than anything, how does that making it pointless?Smoking pot brings smoke to your lungs. That's it. Whatever you do afterwards is simply a conscious decision. How is it even debatable?

God this whole thing reminds me of crappy random facts about smoking weed people were saying when I was 14.

[cristinaa]

I don't think it has any effect, but I guess if you eat a lot when you smoke and you smoke frequently, you could put on weight.

[artyinthebank]

Indicas make me super hungry. I think I've put on a good 5 lbs in the last 3 months.

[Toothache]

Obviously, you do.
nope. sorry holmes. i will continue to happily get high, eat dominos, and watch superjail regardless of you.

[timb89]

Smoking pot brings smoke to your lungs. That's it. Whatever you do afterwards is simply a conscious decision. How is it even debatable?

God this whole thing reminds me of crappy random facts about smoking weed people were saying when I was 14.

are you serious? would that smoke be there if you didn't smoke pot? it affects your cognitive abilities as does alcohol.

[gjpinizz]

xxx

[timb89]

I don't think it has any effect, but I guess if you eat a lot when you smoke and you smoke frequently, you could put on weight.

but how is that not an effect? eating and being lazy is an effect of weed, both of which lead to putting on weight. i guess saying that my argument would be putting on weight is indirectly related to smoking weed.

[SuNDaYSTaR]

are you serious? would that smoke be there if you didn't smoke pot? it affects your cognitive abilities as does alcohol.What I meant by that is that there's no direct effect on your weight; of course it affect cognitive abilities.

[E. Clectic]

If you really want to know, Google it and read a damn article, don't ask for opinions of random stoners online.

What!? Are you saying a poll isn't the best way to get/give information!?
Then why does Fox News use so many?


But seriously you're already smarter than 85% of America, by stating this.

Note: I think it's an Australian thing to put up stupid polls.

[RiCCioLi]

You def gain weight because of the late night munchies and lack of exercise. When I quit smoking after 7 years of heavy use, I lost 15-20 lbs in a month. No lie

[takeiteasy_]

With weed, I gained like 10 pounds after like 6 months of smoking every day. With any other drug, it makes me lose weight.

[Forever.Zero]

I don't think it has any effect, but I guess if you eat a lot when you smoke and you smoke frequently, you could put on weight.
I agree with this. I've been smoking for a while now and I seem to be at a steady weight of 155-160 for the past couple of years.
Plus, if you wanna lose weight, just do crack!

[love_american_style]

it sped up my metabolism. when i quit i gained 40-50 lbs.

[Meeze]

i eat still, but my eating schedule is all fucked up from smoking, so i actually lose weight. i am a skinny dude to begin with, though, so that may account for the weight loss

[fflash]

are you serious? would that smoke be there if you didn't smoke pot? it affects your cognitive abilities as does alcohol.

LOL, alcohol doesn't do anything but hydrate you!

I don't actually believe there is a consistent correlation. Although I don't really understand how it would make me lose weight.

[xapplexpiex]

xxx
THIS

[mikeyk70x7]

i smoke more than anyone i know and im as skinny as a twig

[Yellowcard2006]

There are fat pot smokers

And skinny pot smokers

[Theseventhson]

Are we strictly talking marijuana here? Or all drugs?

[Andy Young]

Gain weight. I eat everything in sight.

[God damner]

I snacked, so I gained. The weed itself I don't believe messed up my metabolism, the slurpies and sour patches were just too much for it. :)

[Mattylikesfilms]

gain wait, munchies dude... munchies.

[Mattylikesfilms]

how is this even a question?

[Mattylikesfilms]

Are we strictly talking marijuana here? Or all drugs?

if its coke or meth... loose weight.

[spansen]

my last roommate made super junk-foods when he got high (i.e., a waffle-sorbet sandwich)... i vote gain.

[AussieBoy]

most ppl who do it i know have thinned up

but also become lazy and get munchies fierce, which confuses me
shit drug either way

[HoldThatSound]

most peopel i know got skinnier, but Idk if that's cause of their smoking

[xapplexpiex]

Hugs, not drugs.

[im_FINK]

Just in general... This is to settle an argument between a friend.

My logic is you eat more and become incredibly lazy, therefore weight gain is unavoidable.

He has lost weight which he attributes to getting high (although he has been sick, i have put on weight which he attributes to going to the gym), though i admit I'm not sure if there is some chemical that causes weight loss attributed to weed that I'm not aware of but i doubt it.

Your friend does know that THC does store in fat cells right?

[MoChroi]

At the same time that you're more hungry, it also speeds up your metabolism. As a very experienced veteran I can easily say you lose weight

[timb89]

Your friend does know that THC does store in fat cells right?

i didnt even know that? source?

[timb89]

At the same time that you're more hungry, it also speeds up your metabolism. As a very experienced veteran I can easily say you lose weight

i dont think it speeds up your metabolism enough to burn of any and all food you ate. if you ate nothing then fair enough. but i would like to see some documented proof.

[bethepilot]

some people smoke so much that they CANNOT eat without smoking. that causes alot of weight loss...im pretty sure pot makes your metabolism speed up, which in return makes your hunger grow but cause your body in return, get rid of food and nutrients quicker...

[im_FINK]

i didnt even know that? source?

Look it up. THC stores in fat cells. That's why running, drinking water, and consuming anti-oxidants cleanses your body from it.

[timb89]

Look it up. THC stores in fat cells. That's why running, drinking water, and consuming anti-oxidants cleanses your body from it.

im getting such a conflicting response but we need some damn scientists!

also the results for this poll aren't correct, my friend was shitty at losing so he went and voted a whole bunch of times.

[takethisback]

ive never seen anyone vomit, like ive seen people cough and dry heave, i mean more in general terms.

ive seen people die. |s|t|a|y|i|n|g| |a|l|i|v|e| is my anti-drug.