The Greenhouse

A new year means a new you, right? The time to grow, take on new opportunities and discover a different way to live. A common way to tackle change is by addressing your health. And for many that means taking on a dietary change and looking at counting calories. For vapers, that means understanding the important question of ‘how many calories are in a vape’? To do that, we need to evaluate the essence of vaping, what it contains that produces liquid into vapour and once in the body and lungs whether that produces calories that should be added to...

Let us start by being clear on the subject – vaping is intended only for adults looking to quit smoking who are aged 18 and over. So, if you are searching for answers to the important question ‘how old do you have to be to vape’, the rules are set in stone and should be followed. Age restrictions have been put in place, not just in the UK but worldwide, to protect younger individuals from the potential side effects linked to addictive nicotine. This concern has only increased in recent years with the millions of disposable vapes sold. To deter...

In recent years, vaping has become a popular alternative to traditional smoking. Its rise in popularity can be attributed to the perception that it is a less harmful option compared to conventional cigarettes, coupled with the wide variety of flavours and the sleek design of devices. However, this popularity has not gone unnoticed by governments worldwide. The UK is among those acting, with massive implications for the industry in 2025 and 2026. This article looks at the disposable vape ban announced for 1 June 2025 and the recently announced first-ever vape tax from 1 October 2026, exploring how the market...

What's the best time to take CBD? Does it matter or work differently first thing in the morning or at night before going to bed? We explore the options, methods to take CBD and much more.