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As parents, we warn our kids about the dangers of alcohol and drugs but teens are creative and always looking for new, inexpensive ways to get high and it looks like they may have a new legal one, smoking salvia - Stacy Matson
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Salvinorin A: Notes of Caution by Daniel J. Siebert
Salvinorin A (the major active principal of the plant Salvia divinorum) is an extremely powerful consciousness altering compound. In fact it is the most potent naturally occurring hallucinogen thus far isolated. But before would-be experimenters get too worked-up about it, it should be made clear that the effects are often extremely unnerving and there is a very real potential for physical danger with its use.
When the herb Salvia divinorum is consumed either by smoking the dried leaf or chewing the fresh leaves the effects are usually (but not always) pleasant and interesting, this is because when used this way the amount of salvinorin A absorbed into the blood stream is usually very…
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What to Know About Salvia Divinorum Use
Despite the fact that only a few states in the United States currently consider salvia illegal, it is not deemed safe for teenagers. The full or long-term side effects of using salvia are not yet known, however, teens who use it can find themselves in dangerous situations while hallucinating.
A comparison of historical and current use of Salvia divinorum in the United States and Mexico
Salvia is sometimes used as an alternative to marijuana and has grown in popularity in the United States, as have recreational drugs (Casselman et al., 2014). In Mexico, however, salvia has not become a popular recreational drug, which is unusual considering that is where it originated (Marushia, 2002).
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Salvia is an herb related to sage and for centuries was commonly used by mystics and shaman during religious ceremonies. More recently, it’s used as a recreational drug among teens.
Salvia Divinorum Hysteria
The normally staid Associated Press attached a headline to a March 11 story that inquired, "Is Salvia the Next Marijuana?" If the AP meant to ask whether Salvia divinorum is the next misunderstood recreational drug to be both demonized and popularized by the press, the answer is yes.
Salvia: Good For Research, Bad For Recreation
So it’s important not to make a mistake here: Salvia is a powerful hallucinogen — it must be regulated. But we don’t know enough about it to say how it should be regulated. We must balance the need to keep our children safe with the imperative to explore its potential for breakthrough medications.
The Salvia Cult – When Herbs Induce a Spiritual Experience
Few people abusing the plant’s hallucinogenic properties have pleasant experiences. So why is it growing in popularity among party-goers? Mostly, because it’s a fast and short trip that doesn’t have any lasting side-effects. At least, none that are presently known.
Why Salvia Should Be Taken Seriously as a Dangerous Drug
Salvia is another gateway drug to getting loaded, much like ecstasy was years ago.
Salvinorin A: Notes of Caution by Daniel J. Siebert
Salvinorin A (the major active principal of the plant Salvia divinorum) is an extremely powerful consciousness altering compound. In fact it is the most potent naturally occurring hallucinogen thus far isolated. But before would-be experimenters get too worked-up about it, it should be made clear that the effects are often extremely unnerving and there is a very real potential for physical danger with its use.
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Salvia divinorum for sale on this site is a powerful visionary herb grown primarily in Mexico. Salvia has been used by indigenous Central American culture for varying legitimate medicinal purposes ( they use fresh Salvia leaves applied to relieve pain). Salvia inhaled in certain dosage have known to help people fight addiction problems, to aid with certain psychological problems (stress, anxiety..). On the flip side Shamans (a spiritual doctor/priest) use it as a vital tool for spiritual discovery.
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Also known as: Diviner's Sage, Magic Mint, Maria Pastora, Sally-D, Seer's Sage, and Shepherdess's Herb.
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Although information about S. Divinorum is limited, its use may be driven in part by drug-related videos and information on Internet sites.
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Salvia divinorum is a sprawling perennial herb found in the Sierra Mazatec region of Mexico. Its leaves contain the extremely potent Salvinorin A. It has a history of buccal use as a divinatory psychedelic, and has been widely available since the mid 1990s primarily as a smoked herb. Its effects are considered unpleasant by many people.
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