Does second-hand pot smoke increase melatonin levels?

[beachguy in thongs]

Well, all of you chemists, biologists, and psychics out there?

beachguy in thongs Reviewed by beachguy in thongs on 08-18-2005. Does second-hand pot smoke increase melatonin levels? Well, all of you chemists, biologists, and psychics out there? Rating: 5

[beachguy in thongs]

Really, I want to know if my cat is reaping the benefits of pot-smoke, also.

[beachguy in thongs]

This thread has gotten too many views with no answer. At least, do me a favor and check out melatonin.com ; Also, I found this on the web.
http://www.overgrow.com/edge/showthread/t-348664.html
Check out his references.

[Nullific]

Are you and the cat simply in the same room while you're smoking or are you physically blowing the smoke in its face? I doubt the former would have any effect though the later may, as your cat could be breathing in THC-rich smoke. I have also heard that such animals can absorb the actives through their ears since the skin there is so thin and rich in blood vessels.

[beachguy in thongs]

Thanks, Null from Masshole, sometimes I blow it directly at her but other times I know she's getting it because I live in a small apartment. I am wondering if anyone can prove anything scientifically on second-hand marijuana smoke. I like facts, not heresy. Cat's have the cutest ears, I just want to eat them, but I trust you on that fact.

[zenkat]

Hey hey, It's SERATONIN rather than Melatonin. If you have depression, its more important to have the right Seratonin levels. Melatonin effects hormones. There are available supplements that have had noticable benefits..but I dont think Marijuana would have a huge impact. Even sunlight has a positive impact!
Seratonin on the other hand is ESSENTIAL. Marijuana in ANY form can effect this level significantly. Its the happy drug. Take weed in moderation, and you should be able to have clean nerotransmitters. Detox is a good idea. That why our heads are so sorted when we dont smoke copious amounts.
Hope this helps. I posted 'Anatomy and Physiology...in my terms' in the medical section. Have a read if you like.

[beachguy in thongs]

Hey hey, It's SERATONIN rather than Melatonin. If you have depression, its more important to have the right Seratonin levels. Melatonin effects hormones. There are available supplements that have had noticable benefits..but I dont think Marijuana would have a huge impact. Even sunlight has a positive impact!
Seratonin on the other hand is ESSENTIAL. Marijuana in ANY form can effect this level significantly. Its the happy drug. Take weed in moderation, and you should be able to have clean nerotransmitters. Detox is a good idea. That why our heads are so sorted when we dont smoke copious amounts.
Hope this helps. I posted 'Anatomy and Physiology...in my terms' in the medical section. Have a read if you like.

Look up your research again, buddy, melatonin is created through seratonin which is created by the pineal in your brain through an amino acid (both naturally and through foods we eat) called 5-HydroxyTryptophan which is created through Tryptophan.

[beachguy in thongs]

A common mistake made nowadays, between Melanin and Melatonin.

[beachguy in thongs]

Just in case, you never went to Melatonin.com, it affects everything from your eye to your bloodstream to your stomach to prevention of cancer and heart disease.

[zenkat]

Exactly....So if we cannot create Seratonin in the first place, how is the derivative Melatonin supposed to be processed - if it isnt present ? A chemical process wont start without the right molecules to begin with. No Seratonin-No Melanonin.