Cigarettes can prove to be a nasty business. Have you ever seen one of those videos of a healthy lung vs. a smoker’s lungs? It’s not a pretty picture (or gif), and it’s definitely not a pretty thought. After all, you need your lungs for the entire span of your life. It doesn’t help that everyone will recognize you by the potent smell of tobacco that clings to your clothes, hair, teeth, eyes, and probably deep down to your soul.
Well, fans of smoking, there’s always the alternative: electronic cigarettes (e-cigs). Other than making you look just as, if not more, awesome as cigarettes can (without the odor), they have loads of benefits over tobacco. The biggest advantage belongs to your health and well-being.
Studies have shown that:
No Combustion Equals a Healthier Alternative
The same goes for other methods of smoking (it’s why vaping is healthier than most methods). It’s important to note that, though it looks the same, with electronic cigarettes you are not actually smoking. The correct term would be vaping, as you are inhaling vapors. Vaping doesn’t involve tobacco, a huge component to the adverse effects of traditional smoking. There’s no smoke to ruin your teeth, and the gunk stays out of your lungs.
Electronic Cigarettes Could Help you Quit Smoking
Quitting is hard. It’s serious business that can take years, and going cold turkey is hardly ever effective. Electronic cigarettes can assist in the quitting department by giving you a healthier alternative to your oral fixation.
No Tobacco
Tobacco smoke contains more than 69 toxic chemical compounds that have been proven to cause cancer. That’s not even counting the 7000+ general toxic chemical compounds that may not cause cancer, but can still create a world of health issues and problems. Electronic cigarettes are devoid of tobacco, leaving room to enjoy the experience without as many hazards to your health.
Downside
Of course, nicotine is still as addictive as it was yesterday. The studies for electronic cigarettes have been brief, and many healthcare professionals maintain that not smoking at all is the better alternative. For people who are already smokers, though, it’s agreed that e-cigs are the better option.
Remember, nothing is perfect. While e-cigs may not be the picture of health heaven, they are a huge step toward better health without giving up something you love. Check out any of our locations to get a look at our selection and ask any questions that may be burning the midnight oil in your head.
