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How does weed affect our health?

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Published At January 8, 2020
Reviewed AtJune 20, 2023

Patient's Query

Hi doctor,

Is weed or hash good for health? My husband keeps it at home. He says it is good for health. How does it affect our health?

Answered by Dr. Arul Amuthan L

Hi,

Welcome to icliniq.com. In general, people think that weed plants are useless. Sometime, such useless plants may be a danger to our health too. I will explain it below. The disadvantages of weeds are as follows: a) If the weed has a hairy structure, it can cause allergy to our skin (if we touch it). b) If the weed has many flowers with pollen, it may cause pollen allergy (respiratory allergy) in some people. It is not for all. c) Small insects and bugs get settled in the weed bush and that insects may cause skin allergies to us if we get in touch with it. d) Small kids, if they consume it, then it may be a hazard to their health. Following are the advantages: a) If the weed is has some medicinal use, then it can be used for our personal use (as diet or drug). b) If the weed is an endangered species, then it should be protected. c) If the weed has no hairy structure, then it is harmless. Many butterflies and rockets settle in it so, we are preserving an ecosystem. d) The plants (green leaves) are the real natural air conditioner to us. It gives cool air, emits more oxygen for us, absorbs Carbon dioxide, etc. My advice: Please take the plant leaf with flower and show to a botanist. Find out its botanical name and uses. If it is useful, then maintain it with you. If not useful, but not harmful to us, then also we can keep it. If it is harmful, then it can be removed. Everything depends on what plant it is. Thank you.

Same symptoms don't mean you have the same problem. Consult a doctor now!

Dr. Arul Amuthan L
Dr. Arul Amuthan L

Pharmacology

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