Fluorescent green dots in this worm reveal neurons that respond to cannabinoids
Stacey Levichev/University of Oregon
Nematodes seek out high-calorie foods after consuming cannabis-like substances. This is the same as a person who “gets hungry” after smoking marijuana.
The findings suggest that cannabis hijacks an important mechanism that helps regulate appetite that is conserved throughout the animal kingdom.
In humans, smoking or consuming marijuana can lead to strong cravings for high-calorie snacks, especially chocolate bars.
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