Cannabis use and diabetes

[Johnny-45]

I missed this thread, and I did wonder if any other T1's were into this vice...

Personally, I'd say one of the hardest things a diabetic has to do is ignore the pizza & cake shops when in Amsterdam on a stoner trip

not been to Amsterdam for that but there again would be nice to go. the only reason gets the munchies is because the sugar goes when u get the munches that's why people eat all that stuff you said. well, i don't do it to get stoned i do it to regulate the sugar leaving my body which i control,., with cannabis. so it lowers sugars listen , IT WORKS FOR ME END OF OK

 

[RAPS_od]

I live in the US, in a state where cannabis is legal, so the social stigma is much lower here.
I believe if it helps you with pain, BG, or release of anxiety, then by all means use it. My biggest objection is to smoking it; it creates the smoking habit, which is really tough to break.
I have a friend who lives in a state where CBD and cannabis are not legal. He has a nerve condition in addition to non-diabetic neuropathy and struggles daily with pain. The state where he lives also has shut down most pain clinics in response to the "opioid crisis." When I go visit, I bring him CBD and it really helps.
So, to be pain free? Absolutely. Use it in good health.

 

[starfelix]

Just so you know, smoking increases ones risk of laryngeal cancers and can be bad for your lungs.

Most legalization is being done for healthier marijuana. Its quite difficult to say if since you use it socially and occasionally that the above risks are then abolished.

It would be wise to speak with your doctor

 

[Joe C]

Just so you know, smoking increases ones risk of laryngeal cancers and can be bad for your lungs.

Most legalization is being done for healthier marijuana. Its quite difficult to say if since you use it socially and occasionally that the above risks are then abolished.

It would be wise to speak with your doctor

But uncontrolled pain and/or chronic anxiety can damage mental health and in some instances that's even worse than some lung damage. Who cares about your lungs if you're too mentally unwell to even want to live another day? That's how it is for some people and cannabis helps them cope. Vaporizers can help eliminate toxins from smoke and lets not forget there are many ways of consuming cannabis.

Agreed legalized cannabis is better, but from a UK point of view speaking to a GP is useless because they're not allowed to prescribe it, only a specialist can and even then the restrictions on who they can give it to are ridiculous. The UK mentality on cannabis is very outdated.

 

[kev-w]

As outdated as the Cheech and Chong films I've watched this lockdown

 

[Mark in Spain]

Personally I don't use but that was more out of fear of what will happen to my BG as I was under the impression it made your sugars drop

Hi Paul, 20 years type 1 and enjoying a weekend blaze up lol. cant say it has ever caused me any hypoś that i remember.

 

[HighLows]

Hey Fred - I'm an expat now living in Canada. Just to let you know, I'm part of a small group here in Canada that has been pushing for legalisation of cannabis. I am like you, smoking recreationally, due to not wanting to drink in excess and watch blood sugars go wonky low ... even with eating food along side of it. What the legalisation will do is help those with painful neuropathy at least be able to still be part of the working/tax paying community and live a somewhat normal life.

I have recently also tried two types of prescription cannabis. Very different from what I have been smoking lately which creates the evil munchies ... and if you don't test (thank goodness for Bowie my CGM) ... then you know what happens. What I have found with the prescription cannabis ... no munchies ... surprise ... surprise. Not cheap though compared to what I buy elsewhere.

I'll keep you posted on how things go in this country. So far, officers of the law are now able to pull you over while driving, if they notice you are driving abit wonky, much like driving under the influence with alcohol, or having a blood sugar under 5 mmol/l (90 mg/dl).

Cheers!

Anna from Cornwall, Ontario

I was a drinker when diagnosed and had to quit because the alcohol really messes up your numbers. so here in USA CA, its legal and a lifesaver to me. you can have a social thc cocktail (no sugar) and i feel great. i just take a medicated ***** or infused drink and dont feel left out! it helps with my anxiety, depression and sleep. i have no shame whatsoever about my MJ use as its better than booze or other prescription devils.