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Smoking dried Basil or Mint leaves

2019-11-11 17:29:04
Is smoking dried basil or mint leaves healthy or good? What are the side effects? Will it harm more than cigarette?
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If you are looking it as an alternative to smoking, then better to go for herbal cigarettes available in market which are safe.

Answered2019-11-14 09:15:53

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Eat basil or mint leaves in its natural form, any form of smoke is injurious to lungs.

Answered2019-11-12 00:48:51

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