Dieting during medical marijuana smoking
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dakotababy wrote: »Gross. Quit smoking drugs would be the obvious answer.
my my arnt you judgmental... eek.0 -
I live in California and don't think marijuana is legal. Not yet, anyway. Unless you have a prescription.ghosthost6 wrote: »I live in California where smoking pot is legal. Problem is...MUNCHIES!! Does anyone have tips on how to overcome munchies when dieting and actively smoking marijuana?
i assume the op is perscribed.. come on people. offer advice and not judge. id rather smoke something that grows out of the ground then take a pain pill.0 -
Just because it's legal doesn't make it good for you! I realize there aren't as many bad effects as most other drugs, but the fact stands that it IS a drug. Like someone else said, it's like getting drunk. Doing anything to yourself that causes you to lose willpower is probably not good in any respect.
The way I see it: smoking is a want, being a healthy weight is a need... ultimately you have to choose what's actually important to you. Unless you have a medical issue that requires you to need pot I really don't see why you would chose to use something that impairs your faculty or judgments.
getting drunk is NEVER used medically and "pot" is. bad example. its percribed like pills that are abused everyday.0 -
SmashinIron wrote: »All in your head. Maybe I've been smoking too long I no longer get the munchies
Agreed!!!! YOU control yourself... not the munchies, not the weed... YOU are in control. Nothing in marijuana makes a person lose control of themselves so stop making excuses. You have to WANT to lose weight more than you want to snack, when you get there its not hard at all.
Been smoking a long time, recently lost 63lbs... still smoking. Try to eat before, like others have said and don't even buy the unhealthy stuff. Chances are if you have to go for a drive or walk for it you won't really want it.
I tend to drink protein shakes just to help me feel more full, when I'm so full the thought of eating more is just unsettling.0 -
Didn't read through all the comments, but perhaps its more dehydration. Try drinking water or do as someone else suggested and eat low calories, nutrition dense foods.0
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ghosthost6 wrote: »I live in California where smoking prescription pot is legal. Problem is...MUNCHIES!! Does anyone have tips on how to overcome munchies when dieting and actively smoking marijuana?
Sf Native here, don't listen to the naysayers, smoking marijuana is perfectly fine for you. There are numerous studies on the medical benefits, google it. All comments saying 'gross, quit'...this post is about how to deal with munchies. They already smoke, deal with it. If you don't like it, that's your problem.
How I deal with it? Keep very low calorie snacks around. Cucumber slices with simple salt and pepper totally helps me when I want something salty. You can find a low-calorie dip if that's what you fancy. I also opt for sugar snap peas, carrots, celery, cabbage, lettuce, whatever is in season really. Raw veggies are good for you!
If I REALLY can't stand eating raw vegetables (hey, it happens) I find making a nice vegetarian sauteed dish to be quick and easy, and with the right flavorings, you never know the meat is gone (I'm not a vegetarian, I just find that meat packs on a ton of calories so I limit it unless it's really worth it).
The key for me is, putting only a small amount on my plate. I'm usually too lazy to get up and make a second batch of whatever I'm eating, and I typically will take tiny bites and portion it out for a while when I'm stoned.0 -
ghosthost6 wrote: »I live in California where smoking prescription pot is legal. Problem is...MUNCHIES!! Does anyone have tips on how to overcome munchies when dieting and actively smoking marijuana?
Legit just posted a status about this! Glad I'm not the only one!!!0 -
That's like a post saying you get drunk then eat 2 pizzas and make a fort out of the boxes.
The food isn't the issue its the loss of control from self inflicted drug use.
Or maybe plan a head and have healthy snacks layed out on a plate.
I recommend carrot and celery sticks, soak then in water and different food colouring so when your high you think your eating music or colours. Job done.
Medical marijuana is an accepted and studied treatment for many conditions. So definitely not self inflicted drug user. Many drugs cause appetite changes, drugs that treat horrible conditions: are those people also suffering from self inflicted drug use because they take prescribed drugs to treat their conditions?! By your logic they are...0 -
AJust because it's legal doesn't make it good for you! I realize there aren't as many bad effects as most other drugs, but the fact stands that it IS a drug. Like someone else said, it's like getting drunk. Doing anything to yourself that causes you to lose willpower is probably not good in any respect.
The way I see it: smoking is a want, being a healthy weight is a need... ultimately you have to choose what's actually important to you. Unless you have a medical issue that requires you to need pot I really don't see why you would chose to use something that impairs your faculty or judgments.
getting drunk is NEVER used medically and "pot" is. bad example. its percribed like pills that are abused everyday.
Actually, fun fact you can get liquor from our pharmacy. It's used when alcoholics have other stuff going on where them detoxing is medically too dangerous for whatever reason. The pharmacy comes and watches you literally administer shots of it down a tube that goes into the stomach. Alcohol pretty much beats out most other drugs for awful side effects and dangerous detoxing but cultural is acceptable...0 -
I heard, from... a friend... that vaping caused less of the munchies than using a bong. But that is just one person's experience. Another idea is to buy really healthy snacks so that when you do get the irresistible urge to eat, it's going to be carrots you're raiding the fridge for. (Also, if possible, go out and do something interesting when high, it'll take your mind off your hunger.)
Yes, this. My friend, um, also told me that using a vaporizer might help. Also, save enough calories for when you toke...or eat meal right after. Plan food ahead of time..
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yopeeps025 wrote: »You sure? How much we talking for the weed budget?
Unless you are like, um my friends and get it homegrown for free. (I live in BC....it's pretty rampant here haha)
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dakotababy wrote: »Gross. Quit smoking drugs would be the obvious answer.
my my arnt you judgmental... eek.
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yopeeps025 wrote: »You sure? How much we talking for the weed budget?
Unless you are like, um my friends and get it homegrown for free. (I live in BC....it's pretty rampant here haha)
depending on prices and in my experience if Your weed budget is more than for one person 240 a month something is wrong with that picture. That is being generous. I can have that much weed last for close to two month while I smoke daily.
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You can't fight the munchies like its just a craving. That is all it is. One big craving.I heard, from... a friend... that vaping caused less of the munchies than using a bong. But that is just one person's experience. Another idea is to buy really healthy snacks so that when you do get the irresistible urge to eat, it's going to be carrots you're raiding the fridge for. (Also, if possible, go out and do something interesting when high, it'll take your mind off your hunger.)
Yes, this. My friend, um, also told me that using a vaporizer might help. Also, save enough calories for when you toke...or eat meal right after. Plan food ahead of time..0 -
Lourdesong wrote: »Pot can make a person content with whatever they are doing. If you start smoking while on the couch watching tv with a bag of cheeto's on your coffee table, you'll likely feel content staying there on the couch, watching tv and eating cheetos.
Likewise, if you are cleaning house, smoking some pot can make you feel content with cleaning your house.
I kind of suspect that a lot of people get the munchies because they expect that effect given how pot use is portrayed (and some effects exaggerated for comical effect) in popular media.
All I know is my uncle got a heavy second hand dose of marijuana on a road trip. According to him, the fast food they picked up on the way tasted like the best food he'd ever eaten
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That's like a post saying you get drunk then eat 2 pizzas and make a fort out of the boxes.
The food isn't the issue its the loss of control from self inflicted drug use.
Or maybe plan a head and have healthy snacks layed out on a plate.
I recommend carrot and celery sticks, soak then in water and different food colouring so when your high you think your eating music or colours. Job done.
????? This is weed, not hallucinogens. Stupid comment.
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That's like a post saying you get drunk then eat 2 pizzas and make a fort out of the boxes.
The food isn't the issue its the loss of control from self inflicted drug use.
Or maybe plan a head and have healthy snacks layed out on a plate.
I recommend carrot and celery sticks, soak then in water and different food colouring so when your high you think your eating music or colours. Job done.
It isn't acid.
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Not everything that is legal is healthy.... and not everything illegal is unhealthy. Weed is far more healthy than, well, almost any other "drug" (including legal ones like caffeine, Advil, Tylenol, etc.). Weed can help a LOT for many things.... anxiety, insomnia. One of my friends has it prescribed for chronic pain.
Anyone who says weed is bad... well I hope you say no to everything natural and unnatural that may have any side effects at all. It's mostly hypocritical for those who drink coffee/caffeinated tea and think weed is bad. LOL. Look at the stats, my friends
But yes, it definitely does have the side effects of the munchies. Have some carrots, celery, etc. out for when you are smoking/vaping/whatever. Some low calorie crackers (I found these awesome rice crackers that are 12 for only 60 calories.... uhhh YES!). Also sunflower seeds in shells... that way it takes the time to open them before you snack on them so generally you eat less.
Just my tips....
Also I want to move to Cali. I was there a couple months ago and loved how weed was just like a $100 fine if caught lol. Smoking while walking down the street.... loved it. Other states and countries need to learn from California!0 -
Bunch of knobs, OP said Dieting during medical marijuana smoking, I didn't read all the comments, but the ones saying stop smoking and making fun, bunch of Knobs! if OP is on medical marijuana there is a reason for it, plus OP is battling weight and is asking for help! OP have you talked to our doctor about this? My only suggestion is to stack your cupboards and fridge with healthier options. I wish you all the best and what ever you medical reason is why you are on marijuana I hope you heal.0
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I'm too stoned and lazy to read through the past few pages, so I'm sorry if someone has already made these suggestions!
1) Save calories for the inevitable. If weed makes you crave food in between meals then just go with it, but prep accordingly. Maybe try having smaller meals and more light snacks, and see if it helps.
2) Prep and log before hand. Don't cook for yourself if you're in a place of weak self control. Cut up some fruit and veggies, pre-portion dip or peanut butter, and keep them in the fridge.
3) Take advantage of the fact that pot honestly make everything taste better. Salads can be munchies too, and honestly I find that I prefer crunchy and diverse textures (like veg and chickpeas), to soft and mushy ones (like pizza or KD) when I'm high. Weed makes you more sensitive to the sensation of eating, as well as flavours - maybe use this to your advantage, and try out a new food, or one you typically don't like too much. I learned to love eating curry and tumeric this way.
4) You're not really hungry, it's in your head - seriously, just remind yourself that you're high, and you just ate. You don't need to eat again. Learn to recognize the difference between how 'real hunger' and 'hungry because you're stoned' feels. Take advantage of how cerebral pot can make you, and reflect a little on your eating habits.
5) You might want to consider putting sticky notes on your fridge or cupboards if you don't trust yourself not to overeat yet. Make yourself reminders that you need to wait until dinner time, or have a glass of water instead. Also, put the calorie-dense treats someplace where you cant see them - out of sight, out of mind.
6) Experement with different strains. Your dispensary will be able to help you out the most here, and your individual preference may vary, but certain strains may make you more hungry, or lower your self control more than others. Maybe consider trying a 50/50 hybrid that let's you stay clear headed (assuming it would also help combat your symptoms. Some people do require very thc-heavy indicas, for instance, which can be baaaad for the munchies).
Keep in mind that if you're new to this, there's an adjustment period. You're probably going to feel really, really stoned the first few times, and your self control might waver. Don't beat yourself up if you overeat a bit - your health is more important, and obviously your doctor perscribed you medical cannabis for a reason. Just learn how you act when you're high, and adjust your diet and eating habits accordingly. 0 -
Talk to the dr prescribing it to you and see what they say. You can try to drink plenty of water, marijuana does tend to give you dry mouth, if your not hurting after smoking, try going for a light walk or clean or do something besides sit around and be tempted to veg out. that's all I got sorry.0
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I don't know if I posted this already but consider changing strains.
many medical strains have the "munchies" aspect removed.0 -
ghosthost6 wrote: »I live in California where smoking prescription pot is legal. Problem is...MUNCHIES!! Does anyone have tips on how to overcome munchies when dieting and actively smoking marijuana?
Do you have a real medical need to use it or do you just say you have something to get the drug? Just stop smoking if losing weight is that important to you0 -
This. The flavor of both is amplified.strong_curves wrote: »Try fruits, yogurts are pretty good too.
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dakotababy wrote: »Gross. Quit smoking drugs would be the obvious answer.
what a stupid comment to make regarding someone's medicine0 -
I live in California and don't think marijuana is legal. Not yet, anyway. Unless you have a prescription.ghosthost6 wrote: »I live in California where smoking pot is legal. Problem is...MUNCHIES!! Does anyone have tips on how to overcome munchies when dieting and actively smoking marijuana?
thread mentions medicinal in the title. not that hard to follow0
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