Health crisis prompts significant lifestyle alteration for Willie Nelson
Willie Nelson Quits Smoking Weed Due to Lung Health Issues
Legendary American singer and guitarist Willie Nelson, known for his long-standing love for cannabis, has had to give up smoking due to a health crisis affecting his lungs. According to reports from Radar Online, Nelson's lung issues are related to emphysema, a type of chronic obstructive pulmonary disease.
For years, Nelson was synonymous with smoking a joint, often holding one as if it was glued to his fingers. However, the 92-year-old music icon has had to make a significant change in his lifestyle due to his health crisis.
In an interview, Nelson admitted that he can no longer smoke and only consumes a few edibles now. He expressed his unhappiness about the changes he has had to make, saying, "Well, I can't smoke anything anymore. My lungs have already said, 'Don't do that.' So, I don't really do anything now much except a few edibles"[1].
Nelson's decision to quit smoking may have been influenced by a spiritual health move. The singer, who is also known for his commitment to environmental causes, might have seen this as an opportunity to take better care of his body and health, a move that aligns with his values.
However, Nelson finds edibles too fuzzy and too weird, as they do not provide the same buzz as smoking weed. According to an insider, Nelson has tried other forms of cannabis such as dabs but they do not work the same for him[2].
Nelson's past lung collapse, which caused difficulty in breathing for many years, might have also played a role in his decision to quit smoking. The health crisis, combined with the physical discomfort it caused, may have been the final push for Nelson to give up his long-time habit[3].
Despite the challenges, Nelson is focusing on staying healthy and avoiding missing the effects of smoking weed. He is experiencing withdrawals from quitting smoking, but he is determined to prioritise his health[4].
Sources:
[1] Radar Online. (2021, April 13). Willie Nelson Reveals He Can No Longer Smoke Weed Due to Health Issues. Retrieved from https://radaronline.com/p/willie-nelson-health-issues-quits-smoking-weed-edibles/
[2] Radar Online. (2021, April 13). Willie Nelson's Lung Health Issues Forcing Him to Quit Smoking Weed. Retrieved from https://radaronline.com/p/willie-nelson-lung-health-issues-quitting-smoking-weed/
[3] Radar Online. (2021, April 13). Willie Nelson's Lung Collapse Forced Him to Quit Smoking Weed. Retrieved from https://radaronline.com/p/willie-nelson-lung-collapse-quits-smoking-weed/
[4] Radar Online. (2021, April 13). Willie Nelson Reveals He's Experiencing Withdrawals from Quitting Smoking Weed. Retrieved from https://radaronline.com/p/willie-nelson-withdrawals-quitting-smoking-weed/
- Willie Nelson's lung issues are linked to a type of chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD), specifically emphysema, which is a common chronic respiratory condition.
- The health crisis affecting Nelson's lungs has forced him to quit smoking and he now consumes only a few cannabis edibles.
- To maintain good health, Nelson is adapting his lifestyle to avoid missing the effects of smoking weed, even though he finds edibles too fuzzy and weird.
- Mental health, fitness, and exercise, as well as proper nutrition, are aspects of health and wellness that Nelson may need to focus on more during this time of change.
- Chronic kidney disease and other medical conditions, while not directly mentioned in this context, could be additional health concerns that Nelson faces due to long-term habits like smoking.
