An electronic cigarette (or “e-cigarette”) is an alternative to smoked tobacco products, such as cigarettes, cigars, or pipes. It is a battery-powered device that provides inhaled doses of nicotine by delivering a vaporized propylene glycol/nicotine solution. In addition to nicotine delivery, this vapor also provides a flavor and physical sensation similar to that of inhaled tobacco smoke, while no tobacco, smoke, or combustion is actually involved in its operation. (Refer to Wikipedia)
Compared to smoked tobacco cigarettes, e-cigarettes have many advantages.
No.1, it’s healthier. E-cigarette does not contain tar, carbon monoxide, carbon dioxide and other harmful substances, which make it much less harmful to smokers. In addition, gas collosol is formed after the nicotine solution atomized and then be highly diluted in the air, which can be hardly absorbed and formed into the second hand smoke. Therefore, e cigarettes will be less harmful to the health of the smokers and also will not endanger the health of people around them.
No.2, it’s safer. Electronic cigarettes has no combustion and open flame, thus reduced the potential of fire hidden trouble.
No.3, it’s more environmentally friendly. It’s not real burning so there is no soot, no smoke and no cigarette butts.
Though most common people believe that electronic cigarettes are suitable for long-time smokers who can not smoke freely or want to quit smoking, but some formal organizations have not express clear support towards them.
Toxicological studies of the electronic cigarettes have been conducted, with some reporting that electronic cigarettes are less harmful than traditional tobacco cigarettes. In September 2008, the World Health Organization issued a release proclaiming that it does not consider the electronic cigarette to be a legitimate smoking cessation aid, stating that to its knowledge, “no rigorous, peer-reviewed studies have been conducted showing that the electronic cigarette is a safe and effective nicotine replacement therapy.”
On March 27, 2009, Health Canada issued an advisory against electronic cigarettes. The advisory stated “Although these electronic smoking products may be marketed as a safer alternative to conventional tobacco products and, in some cases, as an aid to quitting smoking, electronic smoking products may pose risks such as nicotine poisoning and addiction.”
No matter what the governmental organizations have expressed about the e cigarettes, we ourselves have already known about many facts about them and parts of them do have some of the advantages mentioned above. For smokers who really want to achieve smoking cessation or reducing the harmful effects by replacing the smoked cigarettes through electronic cigarettes, they should purchase from formal business.You can see this product at http://www.epathchina.com/personal-care-electronic-cigarette-c-194_247.html. As one of the best electronics wholesaler, ePathChina provide China factory prices for orders to customers and wholesalers all over the world. All products have been approved by CE/FCC and 1year warranty.
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Hello Nelly,
With ecigs you quit 1000s of carcinogens, tobacco and tar. You continue to be addicted to nicotine and the habit of smoking (physical action). Over time you can try to lower your nicotine intake.
Here is a good discussion on how to quit with ecigs:
http://ecigarettes365.com/forum/quit
Green Smoke. I've tried several brands now and they have the best quality by far. They are slightly higher than others (which I was a little reluctant to pay at first) but well worth it. Their brand is a 2 piece design and in the end you save money by not having to buy e liquid all the time AND the best part is your not using the same atomizer over and over. Believe me..they start looking horrible after using the same one over and over. As far as quitting with them?? I purchased them with that in mind but right now I feel really good about using them over tobacco cigs..that's for sure. Seems I just have to break the habit of hand to mouth now.
OMG!!! It was doing the robot dance….. awsome!!!
this thing can dance better than me
I have been using an E-cig (Green Smoke) for a few weeks now and I haven't touched a "real" cigarette since I got my e-cig. It was very easy for me, but I was also ready to quit. Is it exactly the same as smoking an analog cigarette? Of course not. Is it close enough that I was willing to get used to it to protect my health? For me, Yes.
I posted this on a Green Smoke message board:
Here is my analogy. It is like "veggie burgers". Whenever the subject of veggie burgers comes up someone will always say, "It doesn't even taste like a real hamburger." To which I reply, "Neither does chicken, potatoes, steak or anything else." Because they are shaped like hamburgers, are served on a bun with ketchup, mustard and mayo just like a hamburger and are in the "burger" section of the menu, some people expect it to be exactly like a real hamburger.
Instead, if it was looked at more realistically, as a healthy alternative that may be slightly different but will fill you up, taste pretty good and add years to your life, the differences seem minor and pretty easy to overcome.
I think the success of a Green Smoke customer depends on two things. 1) Education by the company and the affiliate. Being honest about these differences will lead to less returns. And 2) The willingness of the customer to accept the changes to achieve their long term goal. For me, I was very ready to quit. I knew in the first day I was going to be able to handle the differences. I have not touched a "regular" cigarette since my starter kit showed up.
You can use the Green Smoke web site http://www.greensmoke.com/florida and use the discount code disc10-6491 for a 10% discount.
Jeremy:
When you use electronic cigarettes, usually at the beginning use nicotine cartridges, then slow down until you smoke no nicotine. So, less cancer-chances.
I wish you & your wife succeed with that, but if not, I suggest you (both) to read http://stopsmoking.eu.pn/
The site isn't "elegant" but it's ok.
Hope this helps. Regards!
Kinda creepy how it looks at you when you talk
I also saw those electronic cigarettes on a news clip a few months ago. I think they said they weren't available in the USA yet (not sure).
I've never seen them for sale anywhere. You might have to order some on line. Worth a try. My husband was able to quit using the patch only after he was diagnosed with emphysema which put a scare into him.
Good luck & I wish you well.
Dam, that looks like a animation but its not!
thanks!
Hey aunt Natty! Nice work =)
Obviously, not smoking anything is the best option. However, sometimes it just isn't an option. So you have to decide… do you think it is the nicotine you are addicted to, the other ingredients (and yes… arsenic, carbon monoxide and some of the other by-products in tobacco cigarettes are highly addictive), or is it the action itself.
What most people don't realize is that the electronic cigarette comes in a variety of strengths, including a zero nicotine. So basically, you can continue with the action, but not get the nicotine.
The ingredients of an electronic cigarette vary, but in most cases, they have flavoring, propylene glycol and either nicotine and no nicotine.
Since you are probably visiting your doctor regularly, here are some things to take with you to help your physician decide if the electronic cigarette is right for you…
Let's talk about propylene glycol. Propylene glycol is found in thousands of products. Go into your bathroom and have a look. Go into your medicine cabinet and have a look. I am putting a link to a 2006 report from the EPA regarding propylene glycol. They do discuss propylene glycol by inhalation on the unborn fetus. This would be good information to provide the doctor. http://www.e-cig.org/pdfs/EPA-Approval-of-PG.pdf
There have also been studies done since the 40's regarding the anti-bacterial effects from inhalation of propylene glycol. http://www.e-cig.org/pdfs/1946-Synopsis-On-PG-As-Disinfection-Vapor.pdf
One study shows that you are actually getting 1/3 of the nicotine as you would in comparison to a tobacco cigarette. http://www.e-cig.org/pdfs/2008-NZ-Report.pdf Another thing to note is that if you want to stay away from nicotine completely, you should eliminate tomatoes, eggplant, and other products that come from the nightshade family of plants as they all contain nicotine (very small amounts… but still there).
Let's talk about carcinogens. Currently, the only product that contains nicotine that does not contain carcinogens is the Commit Lozenge. The gum, the patch, the nicotine inhaler, the nasal sprays all have carcinogens. The electronic cigarette liquid was tested and it was found that there were carcinogens present. However, the liquid is inhaled, not consumed orally. Vapor testing to date shows no carcinogens in the vapor and there should be some more reports coming out here shortly. However, the NZ-Report I listed above has some good information on that. Did you also know that carcinogens are found in meat and as you cook them… the carcinogens get more powerful?
No matter what you decide, do not feel guilty. Remember, it is the DOSE that is the devil, not what you are actually doing. I have been pregnant twice and been a pack a day smoker for 16 years. Both times, my doctor (different doctors) told me that greatly reducing my consumption was the best route if I couldn't quit. Stress and anxiety are far more harmful on the baby than anyone can possibly imagine.
I use and love my electronic cigarette. Feel free to ask any questions. I am not a doctor… but I do an obscene amount of research and blogging on the subject and I am more than happy to help you put together the information you need to discuss this with your physician. But no matter what you do… you need to discuss it with your doctor… even if you go cold turkey because Doc needs to know to keep an eye on your anxiety levels.
wow so amazing it seems almost like a person in a suit!
better dancer than me lol
I like the step, when he does the robot .