Chula Researchers Find Extensive amounts of THC in Cannabis-Flavored Drinks The Public Is Cautioned

Research work of a biochemistry expert at Chulalongkorn University finds that over 30% of cannabis-flavored drinks randomly tested contain higher THC levels than what is permitted. The public is warned to keep their consumption to moderate levels and that children should refrain from drinking this beverage. The government should control its consumption and warn the people of the benefit and harm of cannabis. thai university Following the removal of cannabis and hemp from the list of controlled narcotics paving the way for their commercial and economic benefits, the market for cannabis-flavored drinks has seen a rigorous expansion. There are now such products as marijuana tea and cannabis coffee some of which may be found in vending machines making them very easily accessible to different groups of consumers. Information from the Center for Addiction Studies’ ninth academic conference recently held in February 2022 finds that the use of cannabis in Thailand has doubled from the previous years. Research shows around 1.89 million Thais over the age of 18 or approximately 4.3% are using marijuana compared to around 1 million users in 2020. The trend has caused some concern for medical doctors and addiction researchers who warn that impact of THC found in cannabis may affect those consuming large amounts of the substance continuously. This could affect the development of the brain while also putting them at risk for depression, psychiatric disorders, coronary vessel disorders, and testicular cancer, for example.