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Sore throat when smoking? How to cure «Dragon's Throat».»
Jan
We've all been there. You take a huge hit of the bong, hold your breath, and suddenly your throat feels like you've just swallowed a cactus.
Sore throat is the most common side effect of smoking cannabis. It occurs due to the high temperature of the smoke and the dryness, which irritates the delicate mucous membranes.
But don't worry. At 00 Seeds, We care about your experience. Here's your emergency throat repair kit and how to avoid it next time.
5 Instant Remedies for Smoker's Throat
1. Honey + Warm Water (The Gold Standard)
Honey is a natural antibacterial and coats the throat, creating a protective layer.
- Recipe: Mix one tablespoon of honey in warm (not boiling) water or herbal tea.
- Why it works: Instantly reduces inflammation and soothes the urge to cough.
2. Marshmallow root (Althaea officinalis)
No, we don't mean the candy. Marshmallow root is an herb that creates a soothing film on irritated tissues.
- How to use it: Drink it as a tea or take it as a pill. It is specific for smoke irritation.
3. Salt Water Gargling
It sounds like a grandmother's remedy, but it works. The salt draws excess fluid out of the inflamed tissues.
- Recipe: Half a teaspoon of salt in a glass of warm water. Gargle for 30 seconds and spit out.
4. Hydration (Before and During)
The «dry mouth» (cottonmouth) spreads to your throat. The smoke quickly dehydrates you.
- Council: Drink water formerly to light the joint. A hydrated throat resists the heat much better than a dry one.
5. Switch to Steamer or use Ice
If your throat is raw, stop burning plant matter. Use a vaporiser to inhale vapour instead of smoke, or add ice to your bong to cool the smoke before it reaches your lungs.
Prevention: Choose «Gentle» Genetics»
Did you know that not all weed smokes the same? Harshness often comes from:
- Poorly cured: The remaining chlorophyll makes the smoke scratchy.
- Genetics: Some strains are naturally spicy and expansive, while others are creamy.
If you have a sensitive throat, cultivate varieties known for their creamy terpene profile.
Top 3 Smooth Smoke Strains from 00 Seeds
1. For a velvet finish: Chocolate Cream As the name suggests, this strain is famous for its dense, creamy smoke that tastes like hashish and dark chocolate. It is an Indica that goes in easy without «scratching».
2. For fruity softness: Bubble Gum The strawberry and sweet berry terpenes tend to be much kinder on the throat than heavy Diesel or Skunk strains. Bubble Gum offers a smooth, candy-like experience.
3. To prevent coughing: Auto Northern Lights XXL A classic for a reason. Northern Lights is renowned for its low odour and smooth, earthy smoke that doesn't aggressively expand in the lungs.
Conclusion
Smoking shouldn't hurt. If you cough constantly, try these remedies, check your curing process or switch to milder genetics like the Chocolate Cream.
Take care of your lungs and they will take care of you!
FAQ
R: This is usually because the high temperature of the smoke irritates the tissues and temporarily damages the cilia (small protective hairs) in the throat. Dehydration and poorly cured cannabis (with excessive chlorophyll or fertilisers) also drastically increase roughness and pain.
R: Yes, the ice cools the smoke significantly before it reaches your throat, condensing it and making the puff much smoother and less irritating. It's one of the best tricks to prevent coughing.
R: If you hydrate well and avoid smoking for 24 hours, mild irritation usually disappears in 1-2 days. If you continue to smoke without letting it heal, the pain can become chronic (smoker's pharyngitis).
R: Yes, much better. When vaping there is no combustion, so you don't inhale tar or hot smoke, but vapour. The temperature is lower and much less aggressive for the mucous membranes of the throat and lungs.
