Hukkanen J, Jacob 3rd P, Benowitz NL
When moderate measures dont work, or you just dont have time to do all of the above, its probably time to call in the experts
Vaping simulates the hand-to-mouth smoking habit, providing a satisfying alternative for those struggling with cravings
Results Most adolescents ( n = 16) were non-smokers (had never tried cigarettes), five were ever-smokers (had tried cigarettes but had not smoked within the past 30 days), and three were current smokers (smoked within the past 30 days, Table 1)
The former, for example, may cause epileptic seizures, and the latter often generates sleep disorders, irritability, or digestive symptoms, among others
Researchers tested lung fluid from 41 people -- nonsmokers, smokers and people who vape -- and found that the lungs of both smokers and vapers had elevated levels of protease enzymes, a precursor condition to emphysema in smokers