Health Tips for Smokers

We love to enrich our lives with the healing benefits of cannabis. There are many ways to consume this plant, like smoking, eating, drinking, and applying topically. For those who enjoy smoking this plant, here are some tips for keeping a healthy pair of lungs so you can enjoy your cannabis however you’d like.

1. Consider a pipe piece

Smoking out of a large glass piece is not as harsh on your lungs compared to other methods. The water inside helps you take smooth and clean hits, which is easier on your lungs than pipes, joints, or blunts. The water acts as a filter for tar, ash, bacteria, and mold. This is a great method if you are passing around cannabis to a group of people!

2. Facial steams

Performing an act of self-care like facial steaming is beneficial for smokers. The steam mixed with herbs like peppermint and eucalyptus acts as a decongestant and gets rid of congestion and mucus, which smokers are prone to. You can do a facial steam once a week to clear out gunk from your body.

3. Certain herbs that help heal your lungs

Did you know there are strains and herbs you can smoke to heal your lungs? If you already smoke, these are beneficial for you. Mullein is an herb that eases coughs and irritated lungs. You can smoke this herb for instant relief, or use it as a tincture in your daily tea. Korean ginseng has been smoked for the purpose of expanding constricted lung vessels, which increases air intake. This ginseng has been tested and used to treat inflamed cells while protecting cartilage.

4. A spoonful of honey before you smoke coats your throat

Consume a spoonful of honey to coat your throat before you smoke. If your lungs are easily irritated and sore after you enjoy a toke, honey will ease these side effects. Honey has antimicrobial, antibacterial, and anti-inflammatory properties that reduce the effect of toxins.

5. Oil pulling

Oil pulling is the process of swishing your mouth with coconut oil. This treatment reduces bacteria and promotes overall health. Oil pulling is an Ayurvedic practice that has been practiced for years. Smokers can pick up this habit to reduce the bacteria and mucus in the body.