Terms That Indicate a Cleaner Paper Unbleached - no chlorine or chemical whitening agents used Natural gum / Acacia gum - plant-based, clean-burning adhesive Organic - base fibres grown without synthetic pesticides or fertilisers Additive-free - no burn regulators, artificial flavours, or chemical treatments beyond basic processing Vegan - no animal-derived ingredients in the gum or processing agents Terms That Should Prompt Caution No ingredient information at all - a brand that tells you nothing is not a brand worth trusting with your lungs Extra white / Ultra white - purely aesthetic descriptors that often indicate heavy bleaching Flavoured - fine occasionally, but check whether natural or artificial flavouring is used Fast burning - usually means burn accelerants have been added, which are chemical additives 6
And more research is also needed, according to the charity, to find out more about the health impacts of using the drug
Chan School of Public Health provided some interesting insights
Communities also suffer, with increased crime rates, strained healthcare systems, and economic burdens often associated with higher rates of addiction
What's Happening to Your Body During a Hangover
Look for products containing hydrocortisone or calamine lotion, which can soothe the affected area
