Marijuana is the most widely used illicit drug in the world according to researchers. What exactly is it about Marijuana that people love so much? It is no secret that people around the world of all ages and backgrounds love to get high...but why?
This question prompted me to research not only what causes the euphoric feeling cannabis provides users, but also how this has changed over time.
A chemical commonly referred to as THC (Tetrahydrocannabinol) is what gives users the sensation of being "high". Without getting too in depth, this chemical causes 'receptors' to fire in your brain altering it's physical and chemical balance.
It quickly became clear that the potency of Marijuana strains around the world have been increasing over the years. Tests on seized cannabis crop have revealed that the amount of THC in samples has nearly tripled since 1985.