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Why Vaporise instead of Combust?

Why Vaporise instead of Combust?

Vaporising cannabis is considered a healthier and more efficient alternative to combustion (smoking) for several key reasons. Medicinal cannabis users have reported several benefits of vaporising over other modes of consumption, including reduced cost due to more efficient use of flower, ease of use, and reduced second-hand exposure. In Australia, all medicinal flower prescriptions are provided on the premise that a vaporiser will be used for consumption.   

Here’s a summary of why vaporising is often preferred:

1. Healthier for Your Lungs

When cannabis is combusted (burned), it releases harmful by-products like tar, carbon monoxide, and carcinogens, which can irritate the lungs and lead to long-term respiratory issues. Vaporising, on the other hand, heats cannabis at lower temperatures, releasing cannabinoids and terpenes as vapour without combustion, reducing exposure to these harmful toxins. This study found that cannabis users who vaporise reported less respiratory symptoms than those who consume with other methods, and this study found that there was a slight increase in lung volume in patients who vaporised vs. combusted. 

2. Less Lung Irritation

Vapour is generally cooler and less harsh on the lungs than smoke, making it easier to inhale and less likely to cause coughing or irritation.

3. Increased Efficiency

Vaporising cannabis heats the plant material just enough to release the active compounds like THC, CBD, and terpenes without burning off the rest. This allows for more efficient extraction and a more pronounced experience from less material. Since vaporising preserves more cannabinoids, users often report getting stronger effects with smaller amounts of cannabis compared to smoking. This also makes vaporising more cost-efficient than combustion. 

4. Preservation of Terpenes

Vaporising occurs at lower temperatures, which preserves the delicate terpenes that give cannabis its distinct flavour and aroma. Smoking at higher temperatures can burn off terpenes, leading to a harsher and less flavorful experience. By adjusting the vaporization temperature, you can control which terpenes and cannabinoids are released, allowing you to fine-tune the effects and flavours. Here are some boiling points for some common terpenes in medicinal cannabis for your reference. 

5. More Discreet and Convenient

Vaporising produces much less odour compared to smoking because no plant matter is burned. The vapour dissipates quickly and doesn’t cling to clothes or surroundings as smoke does, making it more discreet. Vaporised cannabis leaves behind only lightly browned material (ABV, or "Already Been Vaped"), which produces little to no lingering smell. In contrast, smoking results in burnt ash and strong-smelling residue. Vapour tends to be less visible than smoke, making it a more discreet option for using cannabis in public or shared spaces. Portable vaporisers also make it convenient to vaporise cannabis discreetly and efficiently wherever you may travel. If you are looking to make your cannabis consumption even more discreet, check out this portable air filter. 

In short, vaporising cannabis offers a cleaner, more controlled, and often more enjoyable experience compared to combustion. We stock dry herb vaporisers on our shop here. If you have any questions or would like any assistance, please give us a call at 1300 420 965 or send us an email at hello@dispensedirect.com.au. Our team would love to help.  



 

 

References

  1. Aston, ER, Scott, B & Farris, SG 2019, ‘A qualitative analysis of cannabis vaporization among medical users.’, Experimental and Clinical Psychopharmacology, vol. 27, no. 4, pp. 301–308.
  2. Chaiton, M, Kundu, A, Rueda, S & Di Ciano, P 2021, ‘Are vaporizers a lower-risk alternative to smoking cannabis?’, Canadian Journal of Public Health, vol. 113, no. 2.
  3. Earleywine, M & Barnwell, S 2007, ‘Decreased respiratory symptoms in cannabis users who vaporize’, Harm Reduction Journal, vol. 4, no. 1, p. 11.
  4. Van Dam, NT & Earleywine, M 2010, ‘Pulmonary function in cannabis users: Support for a clinical trial of the vaporizer’, International Journal of Drug Policy, vol. 21, no. 6, pp. 511–513
  5. Loflin, M & Earleywine, M 2015, ‘No smoke, no fire: What the initial literature suggests regarding vapourized cannabis and respiratory risk’, Canadian Journal of Respiratory Therapy: CJRT = Revue Canadienne de la Thérapie Respiratoire : RCTR, vol. 51, no. 1, p. 7
  6. Project CBD, Boiling Points of Cannabis Terpenoids, https://projectcbd.org/sites/projectcbd/files/downloads/cannabis-terpenes-boiling-points-chart.pdf.