I thought a thread on this would be interesting. Maybe we could, without judgement, all give our take on this. I would kindly ask that if you see your theory listed and explained already, there is no need to list it again. Just give us a "me too". I can add a poll once we have enough responses, or someone else can if that's not just for the thread starter. I want to stress again, please do not critique the other posts. Just give your thoughts so we can all get along. It's a sensitive subject for many.
I am very convinced that the biggest factor of all is the temperature at which the material burns. Hot smoke causes physical trauma to the delicate tissues of the upper respiratory tract. Dry buds burn faster and hotter than moist ones. Much hotter. Leaf material and fibrous material also seems to burn hotter than the reproductive parts, so varieties with a lot of leaf burn hotter, and are more harsh to smoke.
ok, there are a whole lot more experiences and thoughts out there, let's get them collected. And happy new year!
I am very convinced that the biggest factor of all is the temperature at which the material burns. Hot smoke causes physical trauma to the delicate tissues of the upper respiratory tract. Dry buds burn faster and hotter than moist ones. Much hotter. Leaf material and fibrous material also seems to burn hotter than the reproductive parts, so varieties with a lot of leaf burn hotter, and are more harsh to smoke.
ok, there are a whole lot more experiences and thoughts out there, let's get them collected. And happy new year!