A true fashion phenomenon, the vape (or e-cigarette) occupies an increasingly preponderant place in our consumer society. But what is it really? Can we be sure of its effectiveness but also and above all of its quality because of the sometimes doubtful origins of the products that constitute it?
HISTORY OF ELECTRONIC CIGARETTES
First of all, let us recall what the e-cigarette is. It is a device for inhaling vapor, which can be flavored and may or may not contain nicotine. It makes it possible to recover the sensations of a classic cigarette, but without the combustion of all its constituent elements considered toxic. It is therefore often referred to as a much less harmful alternative to tobacco.
A RECENT PHENOMENON
The e-cigarette, appeared only ten years ago for the first models, is very much. As a result, it is subject to much controversy about its possible negative effects and the effectiveness of its long-term use.
A FIRST NECESSARY INVESTMENT, WHICH SLOWS DOWN SMOKERS
A first purchase of an electronic cigarette can be frightening because it costs, on average, 50€ to 90€ for a vape starter kit. Of course, you will be able to find cheaper products at the buralist's, for example.
But be sure that the kind of product we find in tobacco will quickly send the smoker back to square one, resuming the cigarette of more beautiful and definitively disappointed of the vape...
For a 1st purchase, even if the price of the equipment seems important to you, don't forget that if you smoke a pack on average, your investment will pay for itself in 1 to 2 months maximum!
DISCOVER THE PASSIONATE WORLD OF VAPERS!
Take some time to discover the electronic cigarette at a specialist store. Go there to understand how it works, get the opinion of a professional, or test perfumes and find the nectar that suits you best!
Moreover, the people present in the vape shops are often passionate people who will be happy to share their knowledge of vapology.
WHAT ARE THE HEALTH CONSEQUENCES COMPARED TO TOBACCO?
The vapor created by the electronic cigarette emits few carcinogens, unlike the nearly 4000 toxic substances generated by tobacco consumption. Thus, it is not dangerous to be "passive vaper" because of the absence of harmful products in the vapor.
A study carried out by 120 English doctors has shown that the substances released in electronic cigarettes are 95% less toxic than those from conventional cigarettes.
A BETTER STATE OF HEALTH AND ECONOMY?!
The health aspect is not the only beneficial point for vapers. The financial aspect is a real asset on the market as the price of tobacco increases: 7€ per pack of cigarettes to buy every day. At this rate, the savings are going fast.
ELECTRONIC CIGARETTE, A NEW MEDICAL DEVICE?
The results are therefore mixed in terms of the effectiveness of electronic cigarettes as a withdrawal aid. The fact is that the studies undertaken are still incomplete. Therefore, it cannot be classified as a medical device.
But if we take the example of UK, they recently showed in a study the effectiveness of electronic cigarettes. England has recently become the first country where e-cigarette can be prescribed by doctors and reimbursed by social security.