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February 2, 2018

US Study Shows Most Smokers Are Unhappy About Cigarette Addiction

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While it is often assumed that most smokers are happy to continue with their cigarette habit, in fact it appears that the opposite is more likely to be the case. Recent research carried out at the the GSU (Georgia State University)’s school of public health has shown that more than 80% of smokers involved in their study regretted ever taking up the habit and were unhappy about their addiction.

The study, which was published in the Tobacco Control journal analyzed data from 1,284 smokers from all over the USA and determined that 80% of subjects expressed either high or very high discontentment over their inability to give up their habit. There were no significant differences in the levels of discontent with regard to race, sex, income or education.

 

No Loss Of Pleasure Linked To Quitting

When smokers were asked, as part of the research, to verbalize their initial thoughts when bringing cigarettes to mind, some of the most common replies were “additive”, “cancer”, “expensive”, “stupid”, “dangerous” and “stinky”. The evidence therefore seems quite clear that the concept that the regulators currently have that smokers traditionally link the idea of quitting with a “loss of pleasure” is actually incorrect and misguided, since smokers do not seem to link pleasure with the habit in the first place.

The researchers are now urging the regulators to keep in mind that the number of smokers who expressed unhappiness about being addicted to cigarettes greatly outnumbered those who were keen to continue smoking when coming up with new regulations. They also pointed out that discontented smokers could benefited from improved welfare if new regulations were able to help them to escape their worries about the potential help effects of continuing to smoke.

Smokers With Psychological Distress Trying To Kick The Habit

This latest research backs up an earlier study this year which revealed that even those smokers who were suffering from high levels of psychological distress were working harder to decrease the number of cigarettes they smoked, thus emphasising the fact that, with an effective tobacco control policy in place, even the most dedicated smokers can make the effort to change with time.

The research covered 120,000 smokers who were asked about their attempts to quit and their smoking behaviour as well as their mental health. The data showed that smokers in all of the mental health categories smoked less in 2015 than they had in 1997, with even the most psychologically distressed patients dropping the number of cigarettes smoked to 14.5 from an average of 19.6.

These findings indicated that, since these smokers were keen to quit the habit, they could do with further help to give up, perhaps through encouraging them to use electronic cigarettes. Vaping has been shown to be very effective in reducing the health risks associated with smoking and also in helping smokers to give up tobacco. While finding a reliable electronic cigarette can be very time consuming, once smokers have settled on the right vaping device for them, they have an excellent chance of reducing their cigarette use and eventually giving up the habit completely.

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Electronic-Cigarettes

November 27, 2017

Are Electronic Cigarettes A Good Alternative To Smoking Or A Hazard?

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Nowadays, the use of electronic cigarettes has been popularized and is becoming an alternative cigarette to smoke. However, there is still no definite conclusion whether it is safe to use and is it an effective way to quit smoking a real cigarette? According to some research, electronic cigarettes are made to bypass any health risk that an individual can receive by cigarette smoking.

It also claimed that it helps smokers to quit smoking while others suggest that you can truly experience its benefits. Cutting down your health risk to certain illnesses and diseases can be done slowly by desensitizing yourself away from smoking a cigarette. This is why electronic cigarettes are offered as an alternative until such time that you won’t even look at a pack of cigarette.

However, this doesn’t only aim for older individuals to quit smoking, but there are also few studies that show evidence that vaping can be harmful in some cases. So, boils down to a decision whether you’d like to pursue vaping an electronic cigarette or not? Marketing shows that it is safe to use. Thus it offers a variation of flavors wherein manufacturers are keen enough to attract younger generation and early adolescence to purchase this innovative idea.

During 2016, it has been noted by a general surgeon that electronic cigarette became a public concern. There are five reasons as to why using electronic cigarettes becomes an alarming cause. Here are the following.

1. It contains nicotine- some e-cigarettes are found to have a nicotine component which is still considered to be dangerous to the health. This can be addictive, and even while you are planning to quit smoking, it can trigger the cause of having to smoke again. It is very dangerous for pregnant women to try vaping with an e-cigarette as this can cause a fatal defect.

2. The aerosol is containing solvents- Of course, to fully use the gadget you need an electronic juice for a vaping experience. Most of this e-liquid is flavored which according to the general surgeon it is harmful to the body system.

3. It can expose the lungs- There will be different substances wherein vaping can be dangerous. One of these is called Diacetyl. This ingredient can ultimately cause an irreversible respiratory failure. Moreover, if it is swallowed accidentally, it can be a potential danger and hazard to your health.

4. Vaping community- Although you may find it queer that vaping together with other people who are into electronic cigarette may have the tendency not to stop smoking for that matter. It may be the cause to trigger smoking instead of decreasing the chance to smoke again. If you want to quit smoking fully, choose the type of people who are motivated and focused.

Bottom line
Indeed, the use of electronic cigarette can help you quit smoking. However, since there is no specific conclusion whether the use of an e-cigarette is safe and effective. Although using it may be less harmful compared to an actual cigarette. As this has an added component of nicotine, vaping can be a form of activity that may be highly addictive and becomes a risk among teenagers and young adolescents.

In conclusion, there are several ways for you to quit smoking. Electronic cigarettes may be a good alternative for you to quit smoking but you must understand your risks as you are using it. Get to know the manufacturer of its electronic liquids and always check the labels before any purchase. If you are planning to use it as your business, there are certain rules and regulations that you must follow to avoid legal concerns to the public.

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October 12, 2017

Should Smokers Vape? Should Vapors Smoke?

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Many people assume that if you vape, you don’t smoke and if you smoke, you don’t vape. While inhaling the vapor from the e-liquids that electronic cigarettes provide replaces smoking, that assumption would be incorrect. In fact, smokers that are trying to quit that habit will often vape when they can’t smoke as they try to wing themselves from the nicotine addiction.

Those people are known as dual users and it is those people that have thrown doubt on the potential of electronic cigarettes and the e-liquid used in them as being a substitute for tobacco. Because e-cigs are considered to be a quit smoking tool, this makes little sense for anyone to be using both, right?

Why The Dislike Of a Dual User?

The introduction of electronic cigarettes was that this is a healthier alternative to traditional tobacco for those who are addicted to nicotine. Because cigarettes have been linked to cancer and other diseases, that can cripple their lungs or other parts of the body, this new concept of vaping has been widely accepted by non-smokers. So when you see somebody vaping at work and then smoking a traditional cigarette at a bar, you have to ask yourself, are they really doing themselves any favors?

Aggressive Campaigns

Just like anything else, electronic cigarettes have critics too, and one of their favorite targets are dual users. They are thought of as “prime examples” of smokers that have failed their goal to quit smoking. The claim made by anti-electronic cigarettes people that those who are dual users of e-cigs and traditional cigarettes are probable to suffer the health issues of the traditional cigarettes. There are some anti electronic cigarette campaigns that claim inhaling the vaper of e-liquids do not help a smoker quit smoking.

Harm Is Reduced For Dual Users

Nevertheless, if electronic cigarettes can help a smoker quit or not, nobody can dispute the fact the electronic cigarettes and the e-liquids used in them are safer than traditional cigarettes or other forms of tobacco. Let’s take a look at some numbers:

A cigarette smoker will average around 200 puffs off their cigarette daily. By switching to electronic cigarettes totally, you are reducing your chance of health issues by 95%. Therefore, we would suffice to say that a dual user of traditional cigarettes and electronic cigarettes will reduce their health risk by 100 puffs per day, a reduction of 50%.

Encourage Dual Usage?

A non-smoker can’t understand that to quit smoking isn’t done by flipping a switch. A smoker has acquired an addition and they need a gradual process to be successful in quitting. It is not a transition and the presence of electronic cigarettes can be an immense help in making the transition a success. So, a dual smoker is simply using a helping hand to change their lifestyle, improve their health, and make a difference. If a smoker believes that by being a dual user will be helpful in quitting and recovering faster from their smoking addiction, then why not use that help?

September 29, 2017

Vaping Marijuana – A Better, Greener, Healthier Way To Enjoy Your Pot

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A lot of changes have been happening lately when it comes to smoking grass, marijuana, pot, weed, whatever you call it. First, several states have legalized in some ways, one being it considered a medicinal plant. And there have been a lot of people including waiting for a long time for this to happen.  Through a lot of research, studies, and the lawsuits of course, proof has been shown that using Marijuana for medicinal use is beneficial for a lot folks.

Second, with everyone all about living green and healthy, there has been a way to smoke your weed in a green way that is also healthier. The electronic cigarette allows you to enjoy your pot without the smoke – just like smoking has changed from traditional cigarettes. Instead of smoke, there is a vaper. You can vape with an e-cig instead of a bong, joint or the camouflaged cigarette.

How Does This Work?

The cartridge part of an electronic cigarette is where you placed the powdered weed and then when you press the button, a battery is activated each time you take a puff. The battery then creates a power that heats up the herb and creates a vapor from the active ingredients once it reaches a certain temperature.

Step One: Remove the contents from inside and the tip of the electronic cigarette using a pair of pliers. Once you have reached the heating element, move on to Step Two.

Step Two: Clean the unit so that you get all the nicotine and tar out of the unit. You can do this by swirling a cotton swab around the inside for a few minutes.

Step Three: Now you can pack your marijuana inside the device, not too tight, and smoke! After you have finished your “joint”, replace the tip to keep it clean inside and put it away until you’re ready for another round.

It Is A Greener Alternative

By using an electronic cigarette to vape your pot, you won’t be adding to the air pollution, making it a green way to help protect the environment.

It Is a Healthier Alternative

Even though the FDA has not given their approval on electronic cigarettes as being safe, the research and studies have proven they are healthier than traditional cigarettes. And we know that marijuana is healthier than traditional tobacco as the nicotine and tar are missing. Many doctors that prescribe marijuana advise their patients to vape not smoke because it is the healthier way.

It Is The Better Alternative

The advantages are many when it comes to vaping your pot versus smoking it, such as   the smell is minimal, if not totally gone. You can also customize your electronic device, choosing one of the many colors, designs, or styles that are on the market today.

Be Done With The Rolling Papers!

The days of stocking up on rolling papers are quacking becoming ancient history. The vaping world has opened up another door for those who enjoy their marijuana and want to be green and healthy too. By embracing the vaping world, you’ll see a lot of advantages to smoking your pot in the form of electronic cigarettes.