Marijuana Marijuana or grass, pot, or reefer as it is referred to by its users, is a wild plant that can be grown in almost any warm climate.
Some users also eat marijuana by adding it to food.
The use and sale of marijuana is illegal in the United States, yet its dosage has doubled over the past five years. After alcohol and tobacco, marijuana is the most widely misused drug in the world. There is an increase of information about the health risks of marijuana use of which the public should be aware. Scientists have discovered that marijuana contains over 400 chemicals, which are transformed into 2,000 chemicals when smoked. This can lead to serious problems, because strong doses of THC can cause hallucinations and image distortions which can be very dangerous.