How to create a herbal smoking blend? You have to know that to create a perfect blend you must follow some rules. Herbs may be divided into three categories: the carrier or base herbs, herbs with a specific supportive role, herbs used for flavouring.
The blend of herbs can be customized by combining different ingredients with different ratio. The ratios of each herb you use is up to your preferences but we get you some guidelines to follow.
You may notice that tobacco smoke has a certain heaviness and smoothness and sometimes this feature is missing in herbal mixtures. The smoke of herbal blends has a specific taste and texture, and it resonates with your mood. It is recommended to use leaves that are thoroughly dried. How to smoke herbs? You can roll herbs into an herbal cigarette spliffs using rolling papers. There are many types of paper some with added flavour so you can choose your own favourite one.
Some grind it into a tea when sick, namely to treat the symptoms of bronchitis. This herb is used for many reasons, including mixing with other herbs to make fantastic herbal smokes! Motherwort Leonurus Cardiaca Labiatae Motherwort is an antispasmodic that can help to aid sleep and cause the body to relax. When smoked, Motherwort has been said to give a great sense of well being. It is used in meditation and is sometimes used as a tonic herb.
Muira Puama Ptychopetalun Olacoides is a very stimulating smoke. You can also mix it with other herbs, the most popular being Damiana. Mullein Leaf Verbascum Thapsus Scrophulariaceae Mullein Leaf is a very smooth smoke, probably the smoothest going down of all of the loose herbs on this page.
Its appearance is nice and fluffy. Mullein is known to help treat coughs and chest conjestion. Some people smoke Mullein to help kick the tobacco habit, and some even smoke it to aid in the quitting of Marijuana.
Nettle Leaf Urtica Dioica Urticaceae Nettle Leaf is a part of the stinging nettle plant and amongst its many uses, smoking Nettle Leaf has become popular in the herbal smoke community.
Passion Flower Passiflora Incarnate Passifloraceae Passion Flower derives its name from religious symbolism and beliefs. The way the plant looks is thought to be symbolic of the crucifixion of Jesus Christ. Passion Flower has been reported to relax the body and induce sleep.
Along with mixing it with other herbs, such as Damiana and Skullcap , Passion Flower also makes a great solo smoke. Red Raspberry Leaf has been widely recommended for a long time as a uterine relaxant, and there are no reports in medical literature of any problems with it. However, we recommend you consult your doctor if you are pregnant before using Red Raspberry Leaf. There are many smoking blends out there that contain Raspberry Leaf. Its texture is similar to Mugwort, nice and fluffy.
It makes a good stand alone smoke, and a fantastic addition to herbal blend mixtures! Enjoy the great smooth flavor of Licorice Root. When it does it blooms purple flowers. After about 4 years the plant is pulled up and the root becomes a fine herbal smoke! Stinging nettle may help slow the growth of the prostate in people with BPH by affecting hormone levels or interacting with cells in the prostate.
Some studies have found that stinging nettle can reduce the symptoms of BPH. For example, in one RCT from , researchers gave people either stinging nettles or a placebo for 8 weeks. They found a significant reduction in symptoms for people taking stinging nettles but not those taking the placebo. However, there is not currently enough research in humans to determine whether stinging nettle can help treat the symptoms of BPH.
That said, future studies may uncover other ways to use it. A person should see a doctor if they suspect prostate problems, so the doctor can rule out or treat any serious issues. There is some early evidence to suggest that stinging nettle could also help with the treatment of diabetes. However, much of this research is limited to animals. In another RCT from , people with type 2 diabetes took milligram mg capsules of stinging nettle extract or a placebo every 8 hours along with their usual treatment.
After 3 months, the stinging nettle extract had a positive effect on blood glucose levels. Other studies have had similar results. These findings are promising, but researchers need to conduct more studies in humans to determine whether stinging nettle could be a useful addition to traditional diabetes treatments. Stinging nettle grows throughout the U.
It grows in damp soil, such as near lakes or in open forests. It can also grow at roadsides or in fields. When foraging for the plant, make sure to correctly identify it to be sure it is stinging nettle and not a similar-looking plant. A person can usually tell by looking at its leaf shape and structure.
People can also purchase stinging nettle products that use the stems, leaves, and roots of the plant in health food stores and online. When purchasing remedies over the internet, be sure to check the reviews and find reputable brands. For example, the Arthritis Foundation suggest taking up to 1, mg of stinging nettle as a tea, capsule, tablet, tincture, or extract.
Otherwise, people can take 1—4 mg per day as a tincture, or they can apply creams directly to the skin. Many research studies have used a capsule or extract of stinging nettle, but there are no official guidelines as of yet. The Food and Drug Administration FDA do not regulate the ingredients, strengths, and claims of herbal remedies or supplements.
This includes stinging nettle products. Stinging nettle is a safe herb to consume in moderate amounts. However, side effects can include:. There is no official safety information for pregnant women or children.
For this reason, both groups should avoid using stinging nettle. It is always important to consult a doctor before using any herbal remedy to treat a medical condition.
Stinging nettle may also interact with certain medicines, including:. Stinging nettle could have a range of health benefits. There is some evidence to suggest that the herb may be useful in treating arthritis. However, there is much weaker evidence to support claims behind its use in treating other conditions, such as allergies and BPH.
Stinging nettle is usually safe, but it can cause some side effects.
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