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Legal Highs and Their Surprising Risks
What Are Legal Highs? So what is actually behind the term legal highs? Legal highs are psychoactive substances that have not yet been listed

Organic Cigarettes
Organic cigarettes sound like a cleaner, more natural version of conventional cigarettes. But is there really anything to that idea? What does organic actually mean

Smoking CBD – What Is It?
Smoking CBD – what is that actually supposed to do? In Germany, cannabis can only be purchased without a prescription if its THC content is

CBD Cigarettes
What is the story behind CBD cigarettes? What is CBD in the first place? Are CBD cigarettes intoxicating, and can you buy them legally

Smoking Weed and Nicotine-Free Tobacco
Many people want to move away from cigarettes without giving up cannabis. That puts them in a tricky spot, because joints are still usually mixed

Smoking Catnip – What You Always Wanted to Know
Smoking catnip – does that really work? Have you always wondered what this mysterious herb catnip is all about? Catnip is famously known for getting

Smoking Herbs as a Tobacco Substitute
Smoking herbal tobacco substitute is a popular choice for people who want to move away from tobacco. Herbal blends are plant-based and contain no

Buying Herbal Cigarettes in Germany – How and Where
Buying herbal cigarettes is becoming more and more popular. One key reason is that these cigarettes are nicotine-free and therefore do not create nicotine dependence.

Herbal Cigarettes as a Tobacco Substitute
Smoking while changing your smoking routine – can that work? Yes, by using herbal cigarettes as a tobacco substitute. Do you want to move away

Cigarettes Without Additives
What does cigarettes without additives really mean? What does “without additives” actually mean when it comes to cigarettes? Smokers often wonder what exactly is inside

What Is Tobacco Substitute?
You want to move away from tobacco, but you still like the smoking ritual? You want to give up cigarettes but keep your joint tobacco-free?

Top 15 Herbs as a Tobacco Substitute
Have you always wanted to smoke herbs and are looking for a tobacco substitute? If you want to change your smoking routine, you can replace

Tobacco Substitute Joints with Terpenes
Smoking cannabis with terpenes can shape how THC and CBD come through and add more aromatic depth to the experience. If you want to move

Nicotine-Free Cigarettes: Our 14-Day Ritual Plan
There are two reasons why people smoke cigarettes: 1. Physiological dependence on nicotine Routine smoking prompts the body to adapt to a certain nicotine level.

Smoking During Pregnancy
Smoking during pregnancy is dangerous. Yet many smokers still do not seem to fully understand it. Why else would so many people search online for

Tips for Changing Your Smoking Routine
Our tips for changing your smoking routine are a practical first step toward leaving tobacco behind. Sooner or later, almost every smoker reaches a point

Moving Away from Smoking with Tobacco Substitute
Do you want to move away from tobacco, or are you already changing your smoking habits? If nicotine has become part of the routine, tobacco

Nicotine Patches: How Useful Are They?
Anyone who wants to move away from smoking can barely escape all the advice online. One person tries hypnosis, another tests herbal cigarettes and

Nicotine-Free Tobacco: Everything You Always Wanted to Know
Want to leave tobacco behind and have always wondered whether nicotine-free tobacco actually exists? Here are the answers. What is nicotine-free tobacco, can you buy

Nicotine-Free Cigarettes: Everything You Need to Know
Nicotine-free cigarettes are a practical tobacco substitute if you want to move away from tobacco. The nicotine contained in tobacco, which so many people become

Clove Cigarettes: What You Need to Know
Clove cigarettes appeared on the market in the late 1980s. Many smokers reached for this alternative believing it was a tobacco substitute. In reality, black
Moving Away from Smoking
Do you want to move away from smoking? Then you are not alone. One study found that around half of all smokers would like to

Liquid Without Nicotine
Many smokers try to change their nicotine habit by switching to a vaporizer. It is filled with a nicotine-free liquid that can come in different

Hemp Cigarettes vs. Cigarettes Without Nicotine
There are many alternatives to conventional cigarettes and joints. Among the most popular are cigarettes without nicotine, for example herbal cigarettes, as well as so-called hemp cigarettes. But what exactly are they? Are hemp cigarettes legal, and do they have an intoxicating effect? What can support a tobacco-free switch? Find out here.

Real Leaf Arrives in Switzerland with goodvibe.ch
goodvibe.ch had been looking for a more mindful way to approach smoking rituals for a long time. The offering in Switzerland was very limited, and

The Best Pollen Press
Looking for a high-quality pollen press? Read our overview of the best pollen presses of 2021. Pollen presses are used to turn cannabis kief into hash. Grinders are usually used to break down the buds. If you use a grinder with a screen, you can also collect the leftover trichomes. Wondering why trichomes are so valuable and what you can use them for? Keep reading!

The Top 5 Filters for Joints
Looking for the right filter for joints? Good call: a filter brings structure, handling, and a cleaner setup to your smoking ritual. But which one is right? Glass filters, activated charcoal filters, flavored filters, and terpene-enriched filters: here is our overview.

Smoking a Joint Without a Filter: Good Idea?
Why should you use a filter when rolling a joint? The base of a joint is usually a cardboard filter. Have you ever wondered what the filter is actually for and whether using one affects your high? Can you smoke a joint without a filter at all? In fact, the filter has many advantages. Not only can you roll a better joint, your smoking experience also becomes smoother and more practical with a filter.

What Are OCB Papers? 5 Facts You Should Know
Do you roll your herbal cigarettes and joints yourself? Then you have probably used OCB papers before. But what is OCB, and what does the abbreviation stand for? We introduce you to OCB papers and explain the differences. By the end, you will be a real OCB expert!

What Is a Blunt, and Is It Better Than a Joint?
Cannabis can be consumed in countless ways. Hemp is not only smoked; it is also edible and increasingly processed into products. Even the simple term joint breaks down into several terms: blunt and spliff. But what is a blunt, and what is a spliff? What is the difference? Learn the basics with us, then decide which format fits your vibe!

The Best Ziplock Bag for Cannabis
Once your cannabis has been harvested, storage quickly becomes the next big question. Your weed should stay fresh and dry, so airtight storage matters. Here you will learn more about different storage methods and the popular ziplock bags used for cannabis.

Knaster Tobacco Substitute vs. Real Leaf Tobacco Substitute
Want to try herbal cigarettes? Then you have plenty of options. Alongside Real Leaf, Knaster is one of the best-known tobacco substitute brands. Whether you are looking for a tobacco-free base for rolling joints or want to explore herbal cigarettes for a nicotine-free rolling ritual, Real Leaf tobacco substitute and Knaster tobacco substitute are two names worth knowing.

Are There Cigarettes Without Nicotine and Tar?
Nicotine and tar from cigarette smoking are still associated with serious health risks. What changes when the tobacco leaves the ritual? One option is a tobacco substitute. Learn more about nicotine-free herbal cigarettes and what they do, and do not, change.

The Top 4 Rolling Papers
We took a close look at different rolling papers for you. What separates OCB, Gizeh, RAW, and Real Leaf papers from one another? Here is why paper quality matters more than many people think, and why natural rolling papers are becoming more popular.

Smoking Lavender: The Purple Herbal Blend
Lavender works well as a smokable tobacco alternative for your joint or in combination with other smokable herbs. The herb does not just smell good; it brings a soft, aromatic character to herbal blends. You should not smoke lavender completely pure, though. It is best to mix dried lavender with about two thirds other herbs. Here is what pairs well.

The Damiana Smoking Experience: Why It Is Worth Trying
Damiana leaves are aromatic, versatile, and popular in herbal smoking blends and teas. In this article, you will learn whether damiana is better smoked or brewed, how it tastes, and what makes this plant so interesting.

OG Kush Cannabis Strains: Everything You Need to Know
OG Kush is a popular cannabis strain from California. OG is often read as Ocean Grow, which makes sense once you know the origin story. The plant’s exact genetics are not fully settled, but most OG lines carry traces of Pakistani Kush, Lemon Thai, and ChemDawg. Learn more here.

Indica vs. Sativa: Which Cannabis Strain Fits You?
Cannabis strains are incredibly diverse. Indica and Sativa are two especially popular cannabis lines and also appear in medical cannabis contexts. Indica is often described as heavier, while Sativa is considered more uplifting. What is behind the myth? Find out here.

Everything You Need to Know About the actiTube Activated Carbon Filter
Want to switch from regular filters to an activated carbon filter? The actiTube filter is reusable, practical, and designed for joints, cigarettes, and pipes. Learn how it works and how to use it correctly.

5 Things You Should Know About Smoking a Pipe
Learn how to smoke a pipe properly. Whether it is a wooden pipe or a glass pipe, pipe smoking has its own rhythm, but it is not rocket science. Want to smoke cannabis or tobacco substitute in a pipe? Here are the essentials.

The 4 Best Glass Pipes You Should Know
Ever wondered why a glass pipe is supposed to be better than one made from clay or wood? Glass pipes have no flavor of their own, making them a clean fit for tobacco substitutes and cannabis. Here is how a glass pipe can make your session feel even more focused and flavorful.

Terpenes and Their Special Aroma Profiles
Terpenes are natural organic compounds in plants that release aromas. In cannabis, they shape that unmistakable scent around a joint. Terpenes can be extracted from the plant and used in many ways. Here is what makes them so interesting.

How Much Nicotine Is in a Cigarette?
How many milligrams of nicotine does a cigarette contain? Are there differences between hand-rolled and ready-made cigarettes? And what is the story behind so-called light cigarettes? Here is what you need to know.

Light Cigarettes – Are They the Answer?
You have probably heard of light cigarettes. Maybe you have even caught yourself thinking the label means something real. In fact, it has been banned for years, and for good reason. Here is the myth, unpacked.

Everything You Need to Know About Herbal Cigarettes
Herbal cigarettes are a tobacco-free and nicotine-free alternative to conventional cigarettes. They are especially interesting for anyone who wants to change their smoking ritual without tobacco. We have gathered the key facts about herbal cigarettes for you.

THC Oil and Other Cannabis Oils
The active compound THC is extracted from the female hemp plant. THC is known for its intoxicating effect and is also used in medical contexts. THC oil is highly concentrated and, in Germany, is currently available only from pharmacies with a prescription. So what exactly is THC oil used for, and how is it different from other cannabis oils?

Menthol Cigarettes: Why They Were Banned
Menthol cigarettes have no longer been sold in the EU since May 20, 2020. Other flavored tobacco products were also affected. But why were menthol cigarettes banned, and what alternatives can consumers choose now? Here is the overview.

Nicotine Withdrawal: How to Handle the Ritual
Do you want to finally move away from smoking and leave nicotine behind? Have you tried often, only to slip back into the same routine? The reason is often the ritual: nicotine leaves the body after around 72 hours, but the hand-to-mouth habit can stick around much longer. Here is one way to approach it.

Nicotine-Free Cigarettes and Their Herbal Profile
Do you want to change your smoking routine or are you simply looking for a nicotine-free smoking alternative? Cigarettes without nicotine can be one option. Herbal cigarettes are especially interesting because they contain no nicotine. In this article, you will learn what makes nicotine-free cigarettes different.

Smoking Catnip and Its Herbal Profile
Have you ever wondered whether the catnip that makes your cat so happy has any effect on people too? Can you smoke catnip? In this article, you will learn more about this fascinating herb and which aroma profile and herbal character people associate with smoking catnip.

Smoking Tea – Does It Work?
You like trying new things, want to skip nicotine, and have always wondered whether you can actually smoke tea? Here is what is behind the smoking-tea myth, which teas people use, whether tea can feel intoxicating, and why smoke is still smoke.

Smoking Rose Petals – Floral Herbal Blends
Smoking rose petals brings a floral, aromatic twist to tobacco-free herbal blends. If you want to move away from nicotine tobacco, rose petals can add a delicate flavor and a softer ritual to your mix.

Tobacco Substitute in Joints – Our Top 5
Herbal tobacco is a fascinating idea for anyone who wants to avoid nicotine in joints. Here are five flavorful herbal blends you can use in cigarettes and cannabis mixes, with a clear reminder that smoke is never completely harmless.

Smoking Tobacco Substitutes – Our Top 12
A herbal blend can be a useful alternative for anyone who wants to reduce tobacco. These 12 smokeable herbs can even be grown at home and used to create your own herbal smoking mix.

Smoking Damiana – What You Need to Know
Discover the damiana plant and learn why people use damiana in smokeable herbal blends. Damiana has a long tradition as a flavorful tobacco substitute and is popular for relaxed, sensual rituals. Learn more!