{"id":198967,"date":"2024-01-19T08:10:48","date_gmt":"2024-01-19T16:10:48","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/blackcannabismagazine.com\/?p=198967"},"modified":"2024-01-19T08:10:48","modified_gmt":"2024-01-19T16:10:48","slug":"understanding-the-munchies-new-insights-into-cannabis-and-appetite-stimulation","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/blackcannabismagazine.com\/understanding-the-munchies-new-insights-into-cannabis-and-appetite-stimulation\/","title":{"rendered":"Understanding the Munchies: New Insights into Cannabis and Appetite Stimulation"},"content":{"rendered":"<h2>Unlocking the Mystery: How Cannabis Sparks Hunger<\/h2>\n<h3><strong>Cannabis and the Brain: A Deep Dive into Hunger<\/strong><\/h3>\n<p>The longstanding curiosity around cannabis-induced hunger, colloquially known as &#8216;the munchies&#8217;, is beginning to unravel. Researchers at Washington State University (WSU) have made groundbreaking <a href=\"https:\/\/www.nature.com\/articles\/s41598-023-50112-5\">strides<\/a> in understanding this phenomenon. Their focus? The intricate workings of the brain when exposed to cannabis.<\/p>\n<h3><strong>The Hypothalamus: A Key Player<\/strong><\/h3>\n<p>Central to their study is the hypothalamus, a deep-seated brain region pivotal in balancing hormones and the nervous system. Within this area lies a cluster of neurons known as the arcuate nucleus (ARC), crucial in regulating feeding behavior and metabolism.<\/p>\n<h3><strong>Cannabis and ARC Neurons: A Groundbreaking Discovery<\/strong><\/h3>\n<p>Previously, WSU researchers demonstrated that cannabis alters genetic expression in the ARC. Advancing this knowledge, their latest study delved into the activity of specific ARC neurons with cannabinoid receptors, known as AgRP neurons.<\/p>\n<h3><strong>Revelations from Rodent Research<\/strong><\/h3>\n<p>By observing mice exposed to vaporized cannabis, a fascinating discovery emerged. The AgRP neurons, typically restrained, became active. &#8220;This activation is significant,&#8221; notes neuroscientist Jon Davis, &#8220;indicating a profound change in the hypothalamus following cannabis exposure.&#8221;<\/p>\n<h3><strong>Unleashing Hunger: The Role of AgRP Neurons<\/strong><\/h3>\n<p>Cannabis engages with cannabinoid type-1 receptors on these neurons, disrupting their ability to receive inhibitory signals. This persistent activation of AgRP neurons correlates with increased feeding in the lab mice. Interestingly, inhibiting these neurons curbed the cannabis-induced hunger, highlighting their central role.<\/p>\n<h3><strong>Beyond AgRP Neurons: A Broader Picture<\/strong><\/h3>\n<p>While this study marks a leap in understanding, it&#8217;s crucial to acknowledge other potential contributors. For instance, POMC neurons, also in the hypothalamus and related to appetite, may be influenced by cannabis. This suggests a more complex interplay within the brain.<\/p>\n<h3><strong>Real-Time Observations: A Novel Approach<\/strong><\/h3>\n<p>Employing calcium imaging techniques, researchers monitored these neuronal changes in real time, linking them directly to heightened appetite in living models. This method offers a more dynamic understanding of the munchies.<\/p>\n<h3><strong>Implications and Future Directions<\/strong><\/h3>\n<p>These insights not only demystify cannabis-induced hunger but also pave the way for novel treatments in conditions like anorexia and weight loss management. The study, published in Scientific Reports, opens new avenues for both cannabis research and clinical applications.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Unlocking the Mystery: How Cannabis Sparks Hunger Cannabis and the Brain: A Deep Dive into Hunger The longstanding curiosity around cannabis-induced hunger, colloquially known as &#8216;the munchies&#8217;, is beginning to unravel. Researchers at Washington State University (WSU) have made groundbreaking strides in understanding this phenomenon. Their focus? 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