A Study Into Whether Nicotine Pouch Use Increases Health Risks Compared To Vaping

Nathan Chilcott

Published Studies

There have been plenty of studies on cigarettes and their effect on your health. It’s fair to say that these studies conclusively concur that smoking increases the risk of cancer and other diseases.

"In fact, studies show that the biggest issue with cigarettes is when you light them. Burning tobacco releases thousands of chemicals, many of which have a negative effect on your body.”

It’s understandable that governments across the globe are moving to restrict smoking. Naturally, tobacco companies have reacted and given us alternatives. First, it was vaping, now it's nicotine pouches.

In the battle of nicotine pouches vs vaping, the biggest question is whether nicotine pouch use increases health risks compared to vaping.

Understanding Vaping

Vaping, like nicotine pouches, offers a way to get nicotine without having to burn tobacco to release it. A liquid comprising of nicotine, propylene glycol, vegetable glycerin, an assortment of additives, and flavours is placed inside a container.

The liquid is heated to produce a mist, which you inhale. It’s tobacco-free. The nicotine content depends on which vape you purchase, and it can cause throat irritation.

The Lowdown On Nicotine Pouches

Nicotine pouches have become the predominant vaping alternative. There are many different nicotine pouch flavours as the nicotine pouch industry has realised that this makes the pouches more attractive to all users.

Pouches contain nicotine, fillers, flavours and sweeteners, and pH adjusters. You simply take the pouch and insert it between your cheek and gum. It releases the nicotine over a period, usually between 30-60 minutes.

In general, nicotine pouches are regarded as safe, although prolonged use may irritate the mucous membrane.

It should be noted that nicotine can be very addictive, and that applies to vaping and pouches.

Health Implications

Both vaping and nicotine pouches will reduce your risk of contracting cancer because you’re no longer inhaling chemicals released by burning tobacco. As one study puts it, “It will save your lungs.”

More research is needed into both vaping and nicotine pouches. As things stand, the biggest risk associated with pouches is that nicotine can be addictive.

Nicotine also causes an increase in heart rate and blood pressure. This is true for pouches and vaping.

However, vaping can also cause respiratory issues as it irritates your throat and lungs.

More research is needed but studies show that vaping is associated with an array of pulmonary complications. These include lung injury, known as EVALI. IN fact, vaping has caused an epidemic rise in the number of cases of EVALI.

Summing Up

If you’re looking to quit smoking or switch to a healthier option then nicotine pouches or vaping are both better for your health.

However, while both can be addictive and can cause cardiovascular issues, vaping appears to be the more dangerous option as it is associated with a variety of lung disorders.

In short, if you’re looking to choose between vaping and nicotine pouches, we recommend you choose nicotine pouches. According to current research, they are the healthier option.

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