When the health records of such participants were analyzed, it was found that such women had less incidence of diabetes in the long run.
Interestingly, those participants who use cannabis for less than four times a month did not show any significant change when it came to a diabetes diagnosis.
It is important to note that substances like cannabis have a different effect on men and women due to changes in hormonal levels in the body.
This is the only possible explanation researchers are able to provide at this stage, and they said that further research is needed to assess the link between cannabis use and its impact on the nervous system in men and women.
Some people, however, use cannabis as a medication for pain relief and other problems. However, it should be done only for some time under proper medical guidance.
The problem with such substance abuse is not just physical issues, and it can also have an impact on the overall mental health of the users.
Experts feel that this should not be taken as a motivating factor to start using cannabis as it has many other negative effects on overall health.