Category: Quit Smoking Resources

Chewing tobacco, snuff or plugs are products that have enjoyed fairly widespread use for decades. They have never achieved the massive popularity of cigarettes, but many people use them as an alternative to smoking. As we examine the health risks involved with chewing tobacco, we will see that it is definitely not a safer choice and shares many similar health risks as smoking does. Short-Term Effects It doesn't take very long for chewing tobacco to start to have negative side effects. Because it injects nicotine directly into the bloodstream through the mouth, it starts the addiction process right away. Some people will become severely addicted after just a few uses, while others will be more resistant. But eventually, any user will suffer addiction to the nicotine within the tobacco. Nicotine…

Although originally prescribed in 1985 with the name Wellbutrin® for the treatment of clinical depression, bupropion hydrochloride has been FDA approved under the name Zyban® to assist smokers in their effort to kick the habit since 1997.  The effect on a smoker is not the same as the effect on a patient with depression.  The oral tablet, taken daily, is thought to decrease a smoker’s cravings for nicotine while also easing withdrawal symptoms associated with nicotine addiction.  It is intended for adults who smoke 10 or more cigarettes per day. What Zyban Does It is not known precisely how Zyban works in the body as part of a smoking cessation program.  It is not a nicotine replacement therapy like the patch or gum, but may be used in combination with…

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For some, the prospect of the electronic cigarette is a little daunting. The community surrounding the technology has for the most part been helpful, but there are still a great many confusing aspects of the e-cig out there. So much so that a newcomer to vaping might not know where or how to begin. When e-cigs made their debut it was the three-piece models that caught the attention of smokers. Well, it was really the only model available for purchase. Such was the humble beginning of electronic cigarettes: a small battery, the atomizer, and the tank or cartridge that held the e-juice. That was how it all began. It was a decent start, but having the atomizer and cartridge separate tended to cause a lot of leakage, and comparing the…

Benefits of 100% VG (Vegetable Glycerin) E-Liquid Most e-liquid companies will use some sort of mix between vegetable glycerin (VG) and propylene glycol (PG). Each of these bases has their own benefits and drawbacks, but there are certain advantages to using only VG. No Need for Sweeteners VG already has a slightly sweet taste to it. It makes fruit liquids taste sweeter and dessert juices taste a bit more delectable. Many times, in a PG base, the manufacturers will add some sorbitol or other artificial sweetener to make the juice more palatable. But these can contain manmade chemicals that, while approved by the FDA for human consumption, are not completely understood. There may be side effects to them that have yet to be discovered because we simply do not fully…

Chewing Tobacco: Effects, Addiction, and How to Quit Chewing tobacco, snuff or plugs are products that have enjoyed fairly widespread use for decades. They have never achieved the massive popularity of cigarettes, but many people use them as an alternative to smoking. As we examine the health risks involved with chewing tobacco, we will see that it is definitely not a safer choice and shares many similar health risks as smoking does. Table of contents:How to Quit Chewing TobaccoFacts About Chewing TobaccoWhy Quit? The Dangers of Chewing Tobacco and DippingHow Addicted Are You? How to Quit Chewing Tobacco STEP 1: PICK A DAY If you want to quit, then you are going to have to pick a quit date and stick to it. You can’t just say that you are…

The US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) hasn’t yet approved cannabis for medicinal use, but you can find medicines that contain cannabinoids, one of the chemicals found in marijuana plant. As new researches help reveal medical marijuana benefits and stigma attached to weed declines, its popularity is going up. Does that mean the herb is totally safe, and will be legalized soon? About legalization, we are not so sure, but as for its safety, the short answer is it mainly depends on how you use it while the rest of the guide explores the detailed answer. However, we recommend that you should consult with your physician to choose your method of consuming medical cannabis. 7 Little-Known Medical Marijuana Benefits There are some potential health risks of marijuana such as it…

Even if you know all about the dangers associated with smoking, you might think that you’re safe from harm if you’re not a smoker. However, if you live with someone who smokes or spend a lot of time in an environment where others are smoking, you could be damaging your health nearly as much as if you smoked yourself. This form of passive exposure to smoke is also called secondhand smoke, and it can be dangerous to your health. Here are some ways secondhand smoke puts you at risk – and how you can fight back to minimize those risks. What Types of Smoke are Risky? The smoke that comes from the end of a lit cigarette is called sidestream smoke and the smoke exhaled by a smoker is called mainstream smoke. Although both…

 Check Them Out NicStick offers a couple of different choices for e-cig users. There is the traditional atomizer which comes pre-filled and the Ego tube which you need to fill with liquid yourself. Do either of these options equate to a valuable product or do they both sizzle out after closer inspection? Read on to find out what we thought about them. What You Get NicStick has quite a few kits to choose from. We’ll look at a couple of them, starting with the Freedom Gift Set. This retails for $39.95 and comes with a battery, three different kinds of chargers and two pre-filled clearomizers. It’s a basic kit for a decent price. If you want to go with an Ego kit, the basic Ego bundle will cost you $49.95.…

Playboy Vapor ECig Speed Review We know not everybody has time to read our full reviews. So here is a quick category by category breakdown of the Playboy Vapor ECig followed by a quick synopsis. Vapor Production – 80% Vapor Flavor – 75% Size & Portability – 85% Batter Life – 65% Overall Rating – 75% It may be odd to see a major commercial company like Playboy throw their hat into the e-cigarette production ring, but that is exactly what has happened here. Their iconic logo brands a new line of disposable e-cigarette products.So is their logo just being slapped on a shoddy product, or does it really live up to the iconic name? We tried out their line to give you the verdict.  Check Them Out What You Get  With…

The  Harm Reduction Journal is an organization dedicated to researching and implementing methods of reducing harm related to drug abuse. Essentially their message is that if drug use cannot be completely stopped, than we have to help keep those safe who are at risk. And considering that tobacco is the world's leading cause of preventable death, I would say that the e-cigarette issue is a extremely relevant to their quest. Here's the summary of their full initial analysis on electronic cigarettes as a possible harm reduction technology. You can read the entire publication and even download it the eBook here. Summary The dream of a tobacco-free, nicotine-free world is just that—a dream. Nicotine’s beneficial effects include correcting problems with concentration, attention and memory, as well as improving symptoms of mood impairments. Keeping…

Researchers from Ohio State University, have shed some new light on the so-called light cigarettes. This is the result from their latest research project. Before diving into their discovery, let us investigate the distinction between regular and light cigarettes first. Not That Light After All They have the name “light” for two main reasons. First, it is that the makers consider them to have simply lighter, weaker flavor. The second reason lies in the fact that these cigarettes contain lower level of tar, nicotine, and other chemicals. They had their introduction to the market in the 1970s, and many smokers simply call them “Lights”. The tobacco industry introduced for some reasons. First, it shows their customers that they care about people’s health. Second, it is for their profits by introducing a new line of cigarettes.…