No cannabis hangover? New study says cannabis use has no effect on next-day performance

Cannabis “hangovers” don’t affect next-day performance, new study finds

Weed hangover: We all know that.

Maybe you smoked too many joints the day before, smoked one huge hit too many from a bong, or consumed some really strong edibles. Then you wake up the next day feeling groggy and tired, similar to how you would feel if you downed a few drinks the day before. This time the weed hangover is less violent than the one caused by alcohol. The headache, if any, is milder, but you still feel… Out of. In many cases, you may still wake up high.

Other possible symptoms of a grass hangover include:

• nausea

• dehydration

• drowsiness

• difficulty concentrating

So far, little is known about cannabis hangovers. We know that the THC level in weed contributes to this.

The good news is that a cannabis hangover won’t affect your performance the next day in the same way that alcohol does. And there’s a new study to back that up.

The study, published in Cannabis and Cannabinoid Research, is the first of its kind to examine the phenomenon of “cannabis hangover” caused by marijuana use. It was made by Dr. Danielle McCartney, a University of Sydney Lambert Initiative Research Fellow in Cannabinoid Therapeutics, along with her colleagues Professor Iain McGregor and Anastacia Suraev.

For the study, researchers analyzed 20 existing studies examining how THC affected users over 8 hours after consumption. The studies used 345 performance tests throughout, but only 12 of them, or 3.5%, showed that performance deteriorated significantly the next day. In addition, none of these studies used randomized, double-blind, placebo-controlled study designs, and the studies were all older than 18 years.

“Most studies have found no effects of cannabis use the next day, and the few that have had significant limitations,” explains Dr. McCartney from the University of Sydney. “Overall, it appears that there is limited scientific evidence to support the claim that cannabis use impairs next-day performance,” he says.

Source: Lambert Initiative on Cannabinoid Therapeutics

“We can’t really comment on the magnitude of these effects because they haven’t been reported too well,” says Dr. McCartney. “They didn’t seem to be related to any specific THC dose, route of administration, or type of evaluation,” he says.

They went on to explain the importance of understanding next-day performance, as it can impact consumers who have safety-sensitive jobs or need to drive the next day.

dr McCartney acknowledges that THC can remain in the body for long periods of time, so knowing the level of impairment, if any, is critical to safety. “Politicians should keep in mind that implementing very conservative workplace regulations can have serious consequences, such as termination of employment if a drug test is positive,” the authors write. “They can also impact the quality of life of individuals who, for fear of a positive drug test in the workplace or on the side of the road, must forgo medicinal cannabis to treat conditions such as insomnia or chronic pain,” they said.

How to get rid of your weed hangover

While next-day cannabis hangovers have very little effect on your performance, many people don’t enjoy the feeling. However, you can avoid or minimize these effects: you have complete control over the amount of cannabis you smoke or the edibles you eat. Of course, you must first find out which strains or cannabis products make you susceptible to it in the first place.

Practicing moderation is key. There’s a reason people are always advised to start slow and go slow when it comes to cannabis; more is not always better. Individuals are also more prone to cannabis hangovers when consuming high-potency THC products like extracts and edibles.

Here’s what else you can do to get your weed hangover under control the next day:

• Eat Proper Eating: If you’re feeling tired or lethargic, make sure you’re giving your body the fuel it needs. Prioritize your water intake and eat healthily. Water consumption will reduce any dehydration you may feel as a result of THC; and remember that dehydration can also build up from the night before. Are you also taking electrolytes, such as B. Foods and drinks rich in magnesium, sodium and potassium.

• Take some CBD: THC’s non-psychoactive sibling, CBD, is known for its ability to act as an antidote to feeling “high” – and this can also help with a “hangover” the next day. If you’re already feeling high the night before, consuming some CBD in the form of capsules, edibles, or oils can help ease the hangover the next day. Supplementing with more CBD the next day if you’re still feeling nauseous can help take the heat down a bit.

• Work up a sweat: Whatever sport you enjoy doing, do it. Get your blood pumping and work up a good sweat to clear your brain fog, enjoy those endorphins and feel better. Whether it’s yoga, boxing, running or even a long walk, it will help you feel better.

• Sleep: Many find that the best cure for a weed hangover is good old-fashioned sleep. If you don’t have to go to work or are just at home and have flexible working hours, sleeping in is the best way to unwind.

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