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Vaporized Cannabis Sparks Appetite, Jerky Craving in Humans

6/14/2026

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Researchers at University of Calgary and Washington State University gave vaporized cannabis to rats, causing them to eat despite being full.
The same vapor delivery was used with 82 adult volunteers, who reported increased appetite.
After inhaling cannabis vapor, human participants favored beef jerky among cafeteria-style snack options.
Scientists said the results could aid treatments for chemotherapy-related nausea and appetite loss, though clinicians prefer non-inhaled cannabis because evidence is mixed.

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Researchers at University of Calgary and Washington State University gave vaporized cannabis to rats, causing them to eat despite being full.
The same vapor delivery was used with 82 adult volunteers, who reported increased appetite.
After inhaling cannabis vapor, human participants favored beef jerky among cafeteria-style snack options.
Scientists said the results could aid treatments for chemotherapy-related nausea and appetite loss, though clinicians prefer non-inhaled cannabis because evidence is mixed.