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Successfully quitting vaping requires a structured approach that includes setting a clear quit date, identifying triggers, and seeking professional support. Experts emphasize that vaping is not a safe alternative to smoking and involves inhaling toxic substances like formaldehyde. Breaking the addiction involves changing routines, exercising, and utilizing both psychological and pharmacological treatments. Key Takeaways: Antoni…

No, even nicotine-free electronic cigarettes are not harmless. A new report by the French health agency ANSES confirms that vaping without nicotine still poses risks to the respiratory and cardiovascular systems and may contribute to cancer formation due to the inhalation of toxic substances like aldehydes. Vaping is recommended solely as a temporary tool for…

While personal use of vapes is not explicitly prohibited in Brazil, carrying them for commercial purposes is illegal and can result in heavy fines ranging from R$ 5,000 to R$ 100,000. Anvisa’s resolution RDC nº 855/2024 strictly bans the manufacture, import, sale, distribution, storage, and transport of electronic smoking devices (DEFs). Key Takeaways: Being caught…

Yes, preliminary research from the University of Minnesota Twin Cities suggests that vaping can damage DNA. The study identified three harmful chemicals—formaldehyde, acrolein, and methylglyoxal—that increase in the saliva of e-cigarette users, potentially leading to long-term health complications like cancer. Key Takeaways: Researchers at the University of Minnesota Twin Cities have identified a concerning link…

New research using zebrafish models suggests that exposure to e-cigarette liquids can significantly alter gut microbiota and affect brain structure and function. The study found that chemicals in vapes disrupted beneficial gut bacteria and impaired the fish’s behavior, raising concerns about similar potential risks in humans, particularly regarding the gut-brain axis. Key Takeaways: Researchers have…

Vaping is often marketed as a safer alternative to smoking, but for dental health, the risks are immediate and severe. E-cigarettes do not just deliver nicotine; they coat the mouth in a sticky, sugary aerosol heated to extreme temperatures. According to the American Dental Association (ADA), this combination creates a perfect storm for tooth decay,…