7 Side Effects Of Smoking Weed You Should Know About

6. Cotton Mouth

One of the most common side effects of ingesting cannabis is cotton mouth.

Researchers have discovered that submandibular glands are responsible for the dryness. 70% of our saliva is produced in these glands under the floor of the mouth.

The glands have both CB1 and CB2 cannabinoid receptors. When THC is consumed, the lines of communication between the gland and the nervous system are shut down.

As a result, saliva is not produced even when your mouth is completely dried out. THC causes this, so it doesn’t matter if you ate an edible, you’ll still experience cotton mouth.

Solution: Keep water nearby and stay hydrated.