subject: Why Herbal Blends are powerful alternate to smoking? [print this page] Why Herbal Blends are powerful alternate to smoking?
There are many smokers out there, who want to quit smoking, knowing its adverse health effects; unfortunately, they fail to do so. The addiction is so strong, that is becomes almost impossible to give up the habit, doesn't matter how hard one tries.
There is one alternative though, through which one can gradually curb the urge to smoke, and that is herbal smoking. The herbal smoking can prove to be one effective solution for those who are trying hard to give up this habit.
The harmful nicotine in traditional cigarettes is replaced with different herbs like mint, sagebrush, lemon balm, salvia, Mugwort, etc. Saying so, doesn't mean that herbal smoking is totally harmless; it too can have some side effects; like building up of tar due to prolonged use; therefore it is advisable to consult your physician beforehand. Nevertheless, it is much safer alternative than traditional smoking.
Benefits of Herbal Smoking
Herbal blends do not contain nicotine or other notorious anti-oxidants, therefore they are relatively safer to use.
Other thing is that herbal blends cater to that particular category of smokers who are trying hard to give up smoking, but feel compelled to do the physical act of blowing out smoke, holding cigarettes. The herbal smoking also requires less medical supervision, is cost-effective, and you can select from variety of flavours available.
Given below are some of the regular flavours that are used for herbal smoke blends:
Mint
This is the favourite flavour amongst the smokers. Mint herbal blend is mostly demanded for its characteristic smell. It should be kept in mind, however, that mint contains menthol; because of that, it is strongly advised to consume herbal blends containing mint, in limited proportions. On the positive side, mint helps to soothe mind and the body, and helps in improving your health overall; it also helps to enable easy breathing. Spearmint, ornamental and peppermint are some of the flavours of mint.
Mugwort
This herb has a very pleasant smell; but don't be misled by its pleasant smell; some smokers who tried this flavour alone found out the smell to be too strong for that. The herbal blends with Mugwort are known to produce some side-effects, so it is advisable to use this flavour under your physician's guidance. On the positive side, mugwort makes you dream, which you are able to remember too.
Sagebrush
Sagebrush is a well-known shrub, found in the desert regions of US. The flavour of this herb is moderate. This is the healthiest blend available, as it is known to possess anti-bacterial properties. It is also used in cooking, for health reasons.
Salvia Sages
These herbs belong to the mint species, and can be of different kinds. Some of the varieties of Salvia sages include purple, black, white sages etc. In general, they give a nice flavour, but even if flavour is not so pleasant sometime, the blend remains harmless. This herb is used for cleansing during different rituals in US.
