Tobacco use has been widespread for hundreds—if not thousands—of years. Native peoples of the Americas used the tobacco plant in ritual ceremonies, for medicinal purposes, and much more. Unfortunately, tobacco products have taken on a more sinister role in society, claiming the lives of nearly half a million Americans annually and an estimated eight million people worldwide. With the COVID-19 pandemic still a true public health crisis, quitting smoking and tobacco use has never been more urgent or important.
We all know that smoking is linked to various cancers, lung and heart disease, and other significant health complications. While the tobacco industry has worked for decades and sunk billions into PR, the facts don’t lie; tobacco is dangerous.
Unfortunately, the list of alternative products available to tobacco users doesn’t include anything that looks, tastes, and feels like the real thing; except for one product. Black Buffalo is a brand that’s dedicated to the tradition of tobacco use while providing a product that’s free of tobacco altogether. Other products fall short of the mark, merely imitating tobacco in a way that’s almost insulting to the plant. Black Buffalo has dedicated itself as a brand to providing the best-tasting, highest-quality tobaccoless chew out there.
The Problem With Cold Turkey
If you’ve been smoking for a number of years, you’ve likely tried quitting more than once. Have you ever tried the “cold turkey” method? This is a popular method among new and experienced smokers alike, and is usually the last resort after other alternatives have failed entirely. The problem with quitting cold turkey is that it just doesn’t work.
Sure, there’s a success story or two out there with the cold turkey method. Some people just have wills of iron, but the average smoker can’t transition from using nicotine daily to having none at all. Nicotine use creates an addiction—that is to say, a chemical dependency in the brain. Once you become addicted to a substance, you can’t just put it down without experiencing withdrawal symptoms.
These symptoms include mild effects like drowsiness and lack of appetite, but more importantly, they can cause mood swings, irritability, anxiety, and a drop in energy levels. Most people simply can’t quit one day and never look back. This is why most smokers will never quit. The combination of trying methods like cold turkey and the lack of viable alternative products isn’t exactly conducive to quitting. Not to mention, the tobacco industry doesn’t want you to quit—which is why it’s been genetically-engineering tobacco for years to contain more nicotine.
“Fake” Dip As An Alternative
Among the extensive list of tobacco alternatives, you’ll find something called “fake” dip. These products are tobacco-free, and are meant to imitate the look, taste, and feel of traditional chewing tobacco. It sounds like a good alternative, right?
The trouble with these products is that we’ve seen very few that actually imitate tobacco in a way that makes them a viable alternative. They even fall short of mimicking the same flavors you’d find in traditional tobacco. Instead of classic flavors like Wintergreen, you might find a coffee or tea-flavored dip. And, let’s be honest—you’re looking for that signature taste, not to chew on tea leaves.
Some of these fake dip products don’t even contain any nicotine. This makes it more difficult to wean yourself off of tobacco use, because you’ll essentially be quitting cold turkey. Easing yourself off of nicotine is the most effective way to beat the addiction, so fake dips can pose a significant challenge; unless, of course, you’re buying from brands like Black Buffalo.
Black Buffalo: Not Your Average Dip
Black Buffalo isn’t just another fake dip company. With a serious dedication to respecting the tradition of tobacco use, the company has successfully created a tobacco-free dip that looks, tastes, and feels like the real thing. It’s so convincing that even seasoned dip users couldn’t tell the difference between BB and real tobacco.
You’ll find all of the great flavors you love, like Wintergreen and Mint, but Black Buffalo has also introduced some new flavors you’ll want more of. Blood Orange and Peach still deliver the same punch, but offer something a little more fruity for those that don’t care for mint.
Let’s not forget that Black Buffalo’s tobaccoless chew contains medical-grade nicotine. So, instead of suffering through poor mimics and tasteless alternatives, you can get great flavor, texture, and a dose of high-quality nicotine. Don’t go for the cold turkey method when an excellent (and effective) alternative is just a click away.
The Bottom Line
It’s never been more important or urgent to quit tobacco for good, and with so many alternatives available, there’s no reason not to. But don’t settle for just any alternative, and don’t try quitting cold turkey; you’re more likely to fail that way. Black Buffalo’s dip contains medical-grade nicotine and great flavors, and perfectly mimics your favorite tobacco product. Why take a chance on your health when the answer is right in front of you?