{"id":14747,"date":"2024-09-18T13:31:40","date_gmt":"2024-09-18T11:31:40","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.thecutbarcelona.com\/?p=14747"},"modified":"2024-12-12T11:04:41","modified_gmt":"2024-12-12T10:04:41","slug":"la-marihuana-medicinal-and-recreational-marihuana","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.thecutbarcelona.com\/en\/la-marihuana-medicinal-y-la-marihuana-recreativa\/","title":{"rendered":"Medical Marijuana and Recreational Marijuana"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>The <strong>medical marijuana<\/strong> and the <strong>recreational marijuana<\/strong> are two sides of the same plant, but their use and effects can vary considerably. While one is intended to treat <strong>symptoms of diseases<\/strong>the other is used to enjoy its <strong>psychoactive effects<\/strong>. Both types of marijuana have gained popularity around the world, but it's important to have a good understanding of how they differ and how they can affect you. In this article, we're going to break down everything you need to know about marijuana. <strong>effects, medicinal properties<\/strong> and more.<\/p>\n<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_82_2 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\" style=\"cursor:inherit\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle Table of Contents\"><span class=\"ez-toc-js-icon-con\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewbox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewbox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseprofile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/a><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/www.thecutbarcelona.com\/en\/la-marihuana-medicinal-y-la-marihuana-recreativa\/#%C2%BFQue_diferencia_hay_entre_la_marihuana_medicinal_y_la_marihuana_recreativa\" >What is the difference between medical marijuana and recreational marijuana?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/www.thecutbarcelona.com\/en\/la-marihuana-medicinal-y-la-marihuana-recreativa\/#Propiedades_medicinales_de_la_planta_de_cannabis_%C2%BFComo_puede_aliviar_los_sintomas\" >Medicinal properties of the cannabis plant: How can it alleviate symptoms?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/www.thecutbarcelona.com\/en\/la-marihuana-medicinal-y-la-marihuana-recreativa\/#Uso_medicinal_del_cannabis_%C2%BFQue_enfermedades_puede_tratar\" >Medical use of cannabis: What diseases can it treat?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/www.thecutbarcelona.com\/en\/la-marihuana-medicinal-y-la-marihuana-recreativa\/#%C2%BFComo_se_consume_la_marihuana_medicinal_Formas_de_administracion\" >How is medical marijuana consumed? Forms of administration<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/www.thecutbarcelona.com\/en\/la-marihuana-medicinal-y-la-marihuana-recreativa\/#%C2%BFQue_efectos_produce_la_marihuana_en_el_sistema_nervioso\" >What are the effects of marijuana on the nervous system?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/www.thecutbarcelona.com\/en\/la-marihuana-medicinal-y-la-marihuana-recreativa\/#%C2%BFCuales_son_los_efectos_psicoactivos_del_consumo_de_marihuana\" >What are the psychoactive effects of marijuana use?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/www.thecutbarcelona.com\/en\/la-marihuana-medicinal-y-la-marihuana-recreativa\/#Consumo_recreativo_de_marihuana_%C2%BFQue_debes_saber\" >Recreational marijuana use: What should you know?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/www.thecutbarcelona.com\/en\/la-marihuana-medicinal-y-la-marihuana-recreativa\/#Efectos_secundarios_del_consumo_de_marihuana_%C2%BFSon_diferentes_en_el_uso_medicinal_y_recreativo\" >Side effects of marijuana use: Are they different for medicinal and recreational use?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/www.thecutbarcelona.com\/en\/la-marihuana-medicinal-y-la-marihuana-recreativa\/#Sustancias_quimicas_en_la_marihuana_%C2%BFComo_afectan_al_cuerpo\" >Chemicals in marijuana: How do they affect the body?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/www.thecutbarcelona.com\/en\/la-marihuana-medicinal-y-la-marihuana-recreativa\/#%C2%BFA_partir_de_que_edad_se_puede_consumir_marihuana_Legalidad_y_restricciones_18_anos\" >From what age can marijuana be consumed? Legality and restrictions (18 years old)<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-11\" href=\"https:\/\/www.thecutbarcelona.com\/en\/la-marihuana-medicinal-y-la-marihuana-recreativa\/#Punto_de_vista_de_la_administracion_de_alimentos_y_regulaciones_sobre_el_cannabis\" >Food and regulatory views on cannabis<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-12\" href=\"https:\/\/www.thecutbarcelona.com\/en\/la-marihuana-medicinal-y-la-marihuana-recreativa\/#Conclusion\" >Conclusion<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"%C2%BFQue_diferencia_hay_entre_la_marihuana_medicinal_y_la_marihuana_recreativa\"><\/span>What is the difference between medical marijuana and recreational marijuana?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>The main difference lies in its use. The <strong>medical marijuana<\/strong> is used for therapeutic purposes, whereas the <strong>recreational marijuana<\/strong> is consumed for temporary pleasure or relaxation. <strong>Both come from the cannabis plant<\/strong>but the way they are used, the doses and the effects sought are different.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Medical marijuana<\/strong>Relieves symptoms of various diseases.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Recreational marijuana<\/strong>It is consumed for its relaxing or euphoric effects.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Propiedades_medicinales_de_la_planta_de_cannabis_%C2%BFComo_puede_aliviar_los_sintomas\"><\/span>Medicinal properties of the cannabis plant: How can it alleviate symptoms?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>The <strong>medicinal use of cannabis<\/strong> has been shown to be effective in alleviating symptoms in patients with <strong>chronic pain, multiple sclerosis<\/strong> y <strong>nausea and vomiting<\/strong> caused by treatments such as chemotherapy. <strong>The cannabis plant<\/strong> contains more than 100 chemicals called <strong>cannabinoids<\/strong>among which the following stand out <strong>THC<\/strong> and the <strong>CBD<\/strong>.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>The <strong>THC<\/strong> is responsible for the psychoactive effects.<\/li>\n<li>The <strong>CBD<\/strong> has therapeutic properties without producing psychoactive effects.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Uso_medicinal_del_cannabis_%C2%BFQue_enfermedades_puede_tratar\"><\/span>Medical use of cannabis: What diseases can it treat?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Among the main conditions treated with <strong>medical marijuana<\/strong>we found:<\/p>\n<ol>\n<li><strong>Chronic pain<\/strong>One of the most common applications, because it <strong>relieves pain<\/strong> without the strong side effects of other analgesics.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Multiple sclerosis<\/strong>Cannabis can reduce muscle spasticity.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Nausea and vomiting<\/strong>Especially useful in patients receiving chemotherapy.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<p>A growing body of research supports the use of cannabis for <strong>alleviate symptoms<\/strong> related to these and other diseases.<\/p>\n<p><img fetchpriority=\"high\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-14748\" src=\"https:\/\/www.thecutbarcelona.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/marihuana-medicinal-enfermedades-300x171.webp\" alt=\"Medical Marijuana Diseases\" width=\"896\" height=\"512\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.thecutbarcelona.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/marihuana-medicinal-enfermedades-300x171.webp 300w, https:\/\/www.thecutbarcelona.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/marihuana-medicinal-enfermedades-1024x585.webp 1024w, https:\/\/www.thecutbarcelona.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/marihuana-medicinal-enfermedades-768x439.webp 768w, https:\/\/www.thecutbarcelona.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/marihuana-medicinal-enfermedades-1536x878.webp 1536w, https:\/\/www.thecutbarcelona.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/marihuana-medicinal-enfermedades-18x10.webp 18w, https:\/\/www.thecutbarcelona.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/marihuana-medicinal-enfermedades.webp 1792w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 896px) 100vw, 896px\" \/><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"%C2%BFComo_se_consume_la_marihuana_medicinal_Formas_de_administracion\"><\/span>How is medical marijuana consumed? Forms of administration<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>The <a href=\"https:\/\/www.thecutbarcelona.com\/en\/the-benefit-of-medicinal-cannabis\/\"><strong>medical marijuana use<\/strong><\/a> can vary according to the patient's needs and the type of condition being treated. The main forms of administration are:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Inhalation<\/strong>Either through a vaporizer or smoked.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Ingestion<\/strong>In edible or capsules.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Topics<\/strong>Creams or lotions that<a href=\"https:\/\/www.thecutbarcelona.com\/en\/cannabis-oil-properties-and-uses\/\"> applied to the skin<\/a>.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Each method <strong>produces effects<\/strong> at a different rate, with inhalation being the fastest, but short-lived, and edibles slower, but long-lasting.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"%C2%BFQue_efectos_produce_la_marihuana_en_el_sistema_nervioso\"><\/span>What are the effects of marijuana on the nervous system?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>The <strong>marijuana<\/strong> mainly affects the <strong>central nervous system<\/strong>. The <strong>THC<\/strong> binds to receptors in the brain that regulate pleasure, memory and sensory perception. As a result, users experience a feeling of relaxation or euphoria, depending on the amount of <strong>THC<\/strong> consumed.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Psychoactive effects<\/strong>High\" sensation or euphoria.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Therapeutic effects<\/strong>Reduction of pain and inflammation.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"%C2%BFCuales_son_los_efectos_psicoactivos_del_consumo_de_marihuana\"><\/span>What are the psychoactive effects of marijuana use?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>The <strong>recreational use of marijuana<\/strong> is usually aimed at the <strong>psychoactive effects<\/strong> of THC, which include:<\/p>\n<ol>\n<li><strong>Relaxation<\/strong>.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Euphoria<\/strong>.<\/li>\n<li>Alteration of the perception of time.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<p>It is important to remember that <strong>the side effects<\/strong> may include dizziness, increased appetite and, in some cases, anxiety or paranoia.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Consumo_recreativo_de_marihuana_%C2%BFQue_debes_saber\"><\/span>Recreational marijuana use: What should you know?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>The <strong>recreational use<\/strong> The use of marijuana has been legalized in some places, but it is still a matter of debate. Users often use it to relax or to enjoy its effects, but it is important to <strong>marijuana use<\/strong> responsibly, always considering the dosage.<\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-14749\" src=\"https:\/\/www.thecutbarcelona.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/marihuana-medicinal-y-recreativa-300x171.webp\" alt=\"Medical and Recreational Marijuana\" width=\"896\" height=\"512\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.thecutbarcelona.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/marihuana-medicinal-y-recreativa-300x171.webp 300w, https:\/\/www.thecutbarcelona.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/marihuana-medicinal-y-recreativa-1024x585.webp 1024w, https:\/\/www.thecutbarcelona.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/marihuana-medicinal-y-recreativa-768x439.webp 768w, https:\/\/www.thecutbarcelona.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/marihuana-medicinal-y-recreativa-1536x878.webp 1536w, https:\/\/www.thecutbarcelona.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/marihuana-medicinal-y-recreativa-18x10.webp 18w, https:\/\/www.thecutbarcelona.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/marihuana-medicinal-y-recreativa.webp 1792w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 896px) 100vw, 896px\" \/><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Efectos_secundarios_del_consumo_de_marihuana_%C2%BFSon_diferentes_en_el_uso_medicinal_y_recreativo\"><\/span>Side effects of marijuana use: Are they different for medicinal and recreational use?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Both in the <strong>recreational use<\/strong> as in the <strong>medicinal use<\/strong>cannabis can have <strong>side effects<\/strong>. Some of the most common include:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Dry mouth.<\/li>\n<li>Red eyes.<\/li>\n<li>Dizziness.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>However, patients who use medical marijuana under medical supervision are usually less likely to experience severe negative effects, as the dosage is more controlled.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Sustancias_quimicas_en_la_marihuana_%C2%BFComo_afectan_al_cuerpo\"><\/span>Chemicals in marijuana: How do they affect the body?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Marijuana contains several <strong>chemicals<\/strong> that interact with the body. The <strong>cannabinoids<\/strong>as the <strong>THC<\/strong> and the <strong>CBD<\/strong>are mainly responsible for the effects of marijuana.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>THC<\/strong>Produces the <strong>psychoactive effects<\/strong>.<\/li>\n<li><strong>CBD<\/strong>It has therapeutic effects without altering the mind.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"%C2%BFA_partir_de_que_edad_se_puede_consumir_marihuana_Legalidad_y_restricciones_18_anos\"><\/span>From what age can marijuana be consumed? Legality and restrictions (18 years old)<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>In most jurisdictions, the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.thecutbarcelona.com\/en\/legal-uses-of-cannabis-some-unexpected-uses\/\"><strong>marijuana use<\/strong> <\/a>is restricted to persons over the age of <strong>18 years old<\/strong> or, in some cases, 21. Laws vary from country to country, and it is important to check local regulations before consumption.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Punto_de_vista_de_la_administracion_de_alimentos_y_regulaciones_sobre_el_cannabis\"><\/span>Food and regulatory views on cannabis<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>From the <strong>point of view<\/strong> of the <strong>Food and Drug Administration<\/strong> (FDA), marijuana remains a controlled substance in many countries. However, studies are underway to evaluate its efficacy as a medical treatment.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Conclusion\"><\/span>Conclusion<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Both the <strong>medical marijuana<\/strong> as the <strong>recreational<\/strong> have their place in today's society, but it is important to be informed and to <strong>consume responsibly<\/strong>. If you are interested in learning more about the responsible use of cannabis or joining a community that promotes its conscious use, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.thecutbarcelona.com\/en\/become-a-member\/\"><strong>click here<\/strong><\/a> and join the <strong>Cannabis Social Club in Barcelona<\/strong>.<\/p>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>La marihuana medicinal y la marihuana recreativa son dos caras de la misma planta, pero su uso y efectos pueden variar considerablemente. Mientras que una est\u00e1 destinada a tratar s\u00edntomas de enfermedades, la otra se utiliza para disfrutar de sus efectos psicoactivos. Ambos tipos de marihuana han ganado popularidad en todo el mundo, pero es [&hellip;]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":4,"featured_media":14750,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_joinchat":[],"footnotes":""},"categories":[160],"tags":[177,157],"class_list":["post-14747","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-guias-basicas","tag-sobre-cannabis","tag-usos-legales-del-cannabis"],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.thecutbarcelona.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/14747","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.thecutbarcelona.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.thecutbarcelona.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.thecutbarcelona.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/4"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.thecutbarcelona.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=14747"}],"version-history":[{"count":0,"href":"https:\/\/www.thecutbarcelona.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/14747\/revisions"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.thecutbarcelona.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/14750"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.thecutbarcelona.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=14747"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.thecutbarcelona.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=14747"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.thecutbarcelona.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=14747"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}