The Shocking Truth About Marijuana: Debunking The Myths With Dr. Raymond Wiggins

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Dr Raymond Wiggins is a dentist and MD with almost three decades of experience in healthcare He has served in various leadership roles and has owned his own practice for over 20 years Dr Wiggins has personally sedated over 27 000 patients and has seen the devastating effects of marijuana in his patients family and friends He is the author of quot Weeding out the Lies about Marijuana quot Dr Raymond Wiggins author of quot Weeding out the Lies about Marijuana quot joins Mr Biz Radio to discuss the dangers associated with marijuana He shares his personal experiences with the drug and the effects he has witnessed in his patients Dr Wiggins clarifies the terminology surrounding marijuana including the differences between cannabis marijuana THC and CBD He explains the significance of delta eight THC and the risks associated with its use The conversation also delves into the potency of marijuana today compared to previous generations and the long-term effects on the body including the brain heart lungs and mental health Dr Wiggins emphasizes the increased risk of addiction and the potential for negative outcomes such as strokes heart attacks and mental health issues Key Takeaways 1 Marijuana has become significantly more potent over the years with the average potency now at 23 compared to 1-2 in the past 2 High potency marijuana carries a four times higher risk of addiction and can lead to various health problems including mental health issues heart attacks strokes and lung damage 3 Edibles have a delayed and variable onset of effects compared to smoking which can lead to accidental overdoses 4 Delta eight THC while technically legal can still contain delta nine THC which can result in failed drug tests and legal complications 5 Marijuana use is associated with a drop in IQ increased risk of depression suicide attempts and schizophrenia — Support this podcast https podcasters spotify com pod show mrbiz supportClick here to visit this podcast episode