Understanding E-cigarettes – Pros & Cons

Posted on Dec 26 2018 - 8:25am by Editorial Staff

While cigarette consumption is on the low, the use of vaping or electronic cigarettes is increasing. This has led to a national debate: is e-electronic harmful to the body or harmless? Is it healthier and better than the regular cigarette? While scientists are still studying its health effects, there are still some things we know about electronic cigarettes.

Electronic cigarettes or e-sigarett are used primarily by smokers who want to quit smoking or want nicotine without the known chemicals that cause cancer in smoking. While it is true that e-cigarettes do not require the inhalation of burnt tobacco, the e-liquid used in these devices contains highly concentrated nicotine; nicotine is an addictive and toxic chemical substance derived from tobacco. By itself, and in all its forms, nicotine poses a severe risk to the health of innocent users and spectators.

What is E-cigarette?

Electronic cigarettes (or e-cigs) are devices designed to provide a cigarette-like experience for the user. They are available in a variety of sizes and shapes. Some are shaped like cigarettes, some looks like writing pens and others have some other ways. All e-cigarettes contain a battery, a heater and an e-liquid containing nicotine. When heated, the e-liquid becomes a chemical vapor that users inhale. Since most electronic liquids contain nicotine, electronic cigarettes are sometimes classified as tobacco products.

How do electronic cigarettes work?

An electronic cigarette is a small electronic device that heats a liquid solution (e-liquid), releasing a vapor that can be inhaled. It is designed to ape the way you smoke a cigarette, and many of the old electronic cigarettes even looked like cigarettes. The e-liquid can be flavored in different ways and also contains nicotine a time.

What ingredients are found in electronic cigarettes?

Each manufacturer uses different ingredients in his electronic cigarettes. Most include nicotine, but not all. There are several ingredients used to create new and exciting flavors.

Uses of e-cigarettes

Electronic cigarettes are an excellent choice for smokers who want to quit smoking, and every time they buy from a reputable and reputable dealer, they offer a safer and healthier alternative.


Vaping or e-cigarettes and others appear to pose lower health risks than traditional cigarettes:

  • It is safe to say that they are a better alternative for long-term cigarette smokers.
  • It does not contain carcinogens, snuff or other toxins which are the leading causes of cancer and lung disease in cigarette smokers.
  • They appear to be less risky for smokers who have moderate asthma cases.
  • May emit less toxic aerosols.


Vaping and e-cigarettes pose health risks:

  • Sometimes contains nicotine, a very addictive drug, which can lead or perpetuate the use of other nicotine-based products, as well as increase the risk of alcohol addiction and other drugs.
  • The aerosol includes additives, ultrafine massive metal particles and other toxic and carcinogenic ingredients presenting health risks on the second and third sides.
  • Reliably reduce smoking or lead to smoking cessation, and could make some smokers less likely to quit smoking.
  • Increase the risk accidents such as burns, including explosions of faulty or improperly used electric chargers.
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