Smoking cannabis can have many different effects on the body. These effects run the scale from good to bad, but there are many more on the good side for this plant. Many other substances may give more potent highs than marijuana does, but the negative side effects caused by them are downright awful. Now don’t get me wrong, over a long time of abuse, marijuana can lead to some negative side effects too like lung disease and heart problems. The thing is that these side effects occur at a much slower rate than one would experience if using a harder drug. No matter what the substance one is using, it should be used in moderation so as not to form bad habits. If you enjoy your marijuana only every now and then, you can still live a long and healthy life. The Problems with Marijuana Just like any other substance, the long term use of cannabis can have adverse effects on the body. The most obvious of these effects are problems with the respiratory system. As you may already know, smoking is not a healthy habit to get into as it damages the lungs. Though smoking tobacco can accelerate these effects further, smoking marijuana can have much the same effects on one’s body in the long run. Coughing and the production of phlegm are some of the first signs...