: Rinse your mouth thoroughly. Some practitioners use an alcohol-based mouthwash first to increase blood flow and improve absorption, though the leaves are naturally bitter. The Quidding Process
: Check your local laws, as Salvia divinorum is regulated or illegal in many jurisdictions. For more information on its pharmacological profile, you can visit the European Union Drugs Agency (EUDA) . Salvia divinorum drug profile quidding-salvia
"Quidding" is the traditional Mazatec method of consuming Salvia divinorum by chewing fresh leaves into a ball (a "quid") and holding it in the mouth for sublingual absorption. This method results in a slower onset (about 10–20 minutes) and a longer, gentler experience (up to 1–2 hours) compared to smoking. : Rinse your mouth thoroughly
