From "Zara si aur pila do bhang" to "Bhang ke nashe mein"—there are numerous Bollywood songs dedicated to this special Holi drink. But be aware of these 5 side effects of bhang.
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Irritability
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Due to its psychoactive effects, bhang is known to cause anxiety, fear, or mental instability. These symptoms might last for a few hours.
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Red Eyes
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Bhang is a cannabis-based product that increases blood flow throughout the body, notably in the eyes. The increased blood flow to the eyeball causes red eyes.
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Cough
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It can take anywhere from 30 to 90 minutes, depending on the dose, to show its effect. However, excessive bhang might harm your lungs, causing cough and phlegm.
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Dry Mouth
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Bhang slows down saliva production, which can be problematic because saliva helps maintain good oral health by washing away bacteria and protecting teeth.
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Tachycardia
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Bhang can increase the risk of tachycardia (heart rate over 100 beats a minute), thus elevating the risk of heart disease, hypotension and high stress levels.