Many cannabis consumers have experienced the infamous red eye. The eyes are often the most common giveaway after a serious session with a vaporizer. But how does cannabis affect overall eye health?

Yet, while some may find the herb’s visible effects on the eyes to be burdensome, there are several surprising ways that cannabis supports ocular health.

From easing symptoms of eye disease to staving off degenerative blindness, here’s what you need to know about how cannabis affects the eyes:
How does cannabis affect the eyes?

As it turns out, cannabis may help you see things a little differently. Research suggests that the herb can have an impact on every organ in the body, including the eyes.

While it may sound too good to be true, cannabis compounds work their magic in the eyes by tapping into one of the largest cellular communication networks in vertebrates. This network is the endocannabinoid system (ECS).

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