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Why does weed put you to sleep and make your body feel heavy? also why does it make you hungry?

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Dr. Robert GalatzerLevy answered

Specializes in Child Psychiatry

Unknown: Exactly how weed has these effects isn't known except that there are "canadinoid" receptors in the brain that respond to the major ingredients in marijuana. Tiredness, heavy feeling and hunger (known as the "munchies") are common effects.

Answered 9/28/2013

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