Perhaps when e cigs first hit the market the government did not realize just how many people would make the switch to vapor. Now that smokers are realizing that vapor is better, the number of vapers is growing, while the number of smokers is shrinking. Surveys conducted by the Centers for Disease Control suggest that by the end of 2011 at least one in five smokers had given vapor a try, imagine where that number is now. Big tobacco lost a good amount of money last quarter, as a report from Wells Fargo estimated that cigarette sales dropped 4.5% from the same period in 2012. 4.5% may seem small, but if you add it up the sales it is in the hundreds of millions of dollars. What do all of these points have in common? They lay the groundwork for impending electronic smoking laws which are sure to be on their way.

As we mentioned in a recent post the European Union is looking to change the laws around vapor. Here in the U.S. individual states are looking to do the same. Oklahoma recently went through an ordeal where some of their state officials, along with lobbyists from RJ Reynolds (Big Tobacco), introduced a bill to change the licensing and tax laws around e cigs. They included a clause to make it illegal to sell vapor to those under 18 in order to help the bill pass; something that most vapors and e cig manufacturers already adhere to. In addition to an age limit the bill would have: upped prices for vapors in Oklahoma who prefer to buy liquid refills, added a ton of paperwork for those who wish to sell ecigs, made vapor subject to the same laws as tobacco, made online vapor sales illegal in Oklahoma, and created a tax situation where disposable ecigs (which is what most tobacco manufacturers will soon be selling) would be taxed at a lower rate.

Tobacco manufacturers and their legal teams clearly helped with the wording of the bill. They did this for two reasons; first they plan to get into the vapor market as it is slowly taking over tobacco sales, and second they know that eventually laws will be in place so they might as well help write them. While anyone who has discovered vapor would be at a loss to think that laws around e cigs will not change, we can all help guide the process as it is happening. It will be important in coming months and years to keep an eye and an ear out for news about electronic cigarette laws.

Be vocal with your elected officials by making phone calls to their offices, writing letters and signing well organized petitions when you hear of possible laws being written to regulate vapor. Make sure that you are informed, and that you understand laws as they come up. As we mentioned, when Big Tobacco is officially in the game, they will likely be looking to mostly sell disposable e cigs. While disposables are great for those new to vaping, or seasoned vapors who want to try a new brand or flavor, not everyone wants to stick to them. Those who prefer mods or 2 piece units that run off of replaceable cartomizers know that they are cheaper than disposables. Legislation like the bill in Oklahoma will raise the price of these types of vapor, as it looked to increase taxes as the total amount of nicotine sold went up. When this happens it makes a disposable seem like a better deal at the store, and takes away a good amount of the savings that come with liquid refills and replaceable cartomizers. Price and quality are the two things that will likely experience the worst changes as laws around e cigs are drafted. This is why all lovers of vapor must stay in the know and be vocal with our elected officials. While it is understandable that vapor may soon be more regulated in an effort to cut down on children’s’ access and to make vapor safer, it will be easy for politicians to go overboard. Always remember that vaping is not smoking, and should not be regulated exactly the same as smoking. Be prepared for changing e cigarette laws, and to be a voice of reason on the side of vapor.

Electronic cigarettes have a lot of uses. Some people make the switch from smoke to vapor with no intention of quitting, yet are looking to avoid taking in the toxins that lighting tobacco on fire puts into your body. Others use them to help cut down on traditional cigarettes, or to be able to enjoy a cigarette alternative in places where smoking is not allowed. Then there is the third group, those who wish to use electronic cigarettes to quit smoking altogether. Many people ask if e cigarettes can be used as a quitting tool. The honest answer is yes, but it takes work.

The American Cancer Society reports that only 4% – 7% of smokers are able to quit outright without help. Anyone who is or was a long time tobacco smoker will probably agree with this number. So, if someone really wants to quit it obviously takes a tool. What better than an electronic smoking device that gives you the feel and nicotine of a cigarette, without the vast majority of the harmful chemicals? As e cigs are products of technology, you can even buy liquid refill packs that allow you to reduce your nicotine intake over time, making it easier to ween yourself off.

A Little Science

One of the biggest arguments against electronic cigarettes is that there is a lack of evidence that they can help. Well, tell that to the group of Italian researchers who performed a study with the help of 40 smokers who openly identified themselves as unwilling to quit. These scientists took a group of hardcore tobacco smokers, gave them electronic cigarettes and asked them to give it a shot for six months. By the end of the study 55% of the smokers had either quit tobacco altogether or significantly reduced their intake. Overall tobacco cigarette usage by the group fell an astonishing 88%. On top of that the researchers concluded that mouth and throat irritation, and dry coughing was “diminished substantially”. While we are still waiting for more studies, this research shows that even hardcore smokers can quit or reduce their intake; they just need to be introduced to vaping. For those not convinced by an Italian study, it is important to point out that the United States’ own National Institutes of Health include this research in their online offering of clinical trials.

Meet Jim

Maybe clinical trials aren’t your thing. That’s understandable, hey there are variables and any study could include some bias. In that case we would like to introduce you to Jim. Jim is currently 65 years old; he picked up his first tobacco cigarette at the age of 15. At the end of 2012 Jim decided that he had to cut down his pack and a half a day habit, and he chose to give vapor a try. When asked if it worked Jim’s exact answer was “I haven’t smoked a regular cigarette in almost four months, and never have to worry about cravings.” While he did warn that it took him about a week to get used to the new flavor and style of vapor, he is fully satisfied with his decision.  He even added in that four months into the switch he uses about half the amount of nicotine cartridges as he did when he first went from tobacco to vapor. One of his favorite things about vaping is that it allows you to “just pick it up and take a few drags instead of having to smoke a whole cigarette.” He has recommended electronic cigarettes to several friends who are also long-time smokers, and says that his smoker’s cough is all but gone.

So, can vaping help you quit smoking. The answer that many of us know is “yes.” With the right mindset pretty much anyone can make the switch, and eventually quit vaping too if they so choose. Others might prefer to make the switch but keep enjoying electronic cigarettes. In either case a smoker will have done themselves a huge favor. If you or a friend are thinking about making the switch, jump over and check out our electronic cigarette reviews and discounts on starter kits. You will be glad that you did.

Anyone who keeps up with the electronic cigarette community has heard of the proposed E Cig ban throughout the European Union. As an e cig vaper, not smoker, you likely think that this ban is absurd. We whole heartedly agree, however we cannot ignore the potential ban simply because it is taking place overseas. There is something to be said for theories that become laws taking hold, and spreading like wild fire. Let’s take a look at how an e cig ban in the EU could mean bad news for us here stateside.

Money

That one word has a whole lot to do with this ban in the first place. Under the proposed law, electronic cigarettes would be studied and then categorized as “medicinal”, due to the fact that they distribute nicotine. As a result electronic smoking devices of every sort will be banned across Europe during the research phase. Once they have passed the research phase they may be re-introduced, except this time they will be considered a form of medical treatment instead of what they really are, an alternative to tar filled cigarettes. Once re-introduced they likely won’t be made by the companies that have already pioneered the electronic cigarette market. Rather they will be manufactured by large pharmaceutical companies. The same big names that bring you nicotine patches and gum, will then have control over electronic cigarettes as well. The focus on product quality and innovation to improve the enjoyment of vapor will start to deplete, while the price of batteries, atomizers, cartridges and liquid refill packs will go up.

And all for what? A product that the Royal College of Physicians, a nearly 500 year old professional organization made up of doctors throughout Great Britain, has already backed and points to as a better alternative to cigarettes. This professional group has already gone on record by stating that “Nicotine itself is not a particularly hazardous drug … it’s something on a par with the effects you get from caffeine.”  They continued to estimate that if all of the smokers in Great Britain switched to vapor there would be 5 million fewer deaths based on the country’s current population.

So How Will It Hit Home?

If lobbyists and pharmaceutical companies are able to work together to corner the market in Europe, how long do you think it will take them to set their sights on the growing number of vapers here in the U.S.? Realistically they are already looking at it, but based on current laws in the United States they must remain quiet and patient. This is way it is important for those of us here in the U.S. to support our fellow vapers “across the pond”. Ignorance about electronic smoking devices is already bad enough, we surely don’t need it turning into law.

Don’t get us wrong; we are all for having studies that help to let everyone fully understand the ingredients of electronic cigarettes. If more research took place, and was performed by unbiased scientists, the truth about electronic cigarettes would come out. More people would understand that vapor is better than smoke. Many smokers would likely turn to e cigarettes, as they have already done, and everyone would be better off for it. If you are interested in showing support, keep in touch with us and other vapor supporters for updates. If you are a Twitter user you can follow us, and use the hashtag #EUecigBAN to communicate with and show support for vapor lovers in Europe. If not, you can educate those around you, but do remember to be constructive and have respect for those who do wish to take part in vaping. We won’t win this battle by being inconsiderate.

The ability to enjoy a smoke, or in this case a vapor, anywhere is one of the biggest reasons that electronic cigarettes have become so popular worldwide. But how many of you have ever tried to enjoy your favorite flavor of vapor during a flight? Those of you who have tried to smoke an electronic cigarette on a plane likely encountered some opposition. As of today, there is no federal law in the U.S. that specifically bans the use of electronic cigarettes on airplanes. The Federal Department of Transportation does ban the use of traditional smoke-able tobacco on commercial flights, but realistically implies a ban of e-cigs on airplanes. For now they have the left the decision in the hands of the individual airlines.

Most of the airlines here in the U.S. have banned the use of electronic smoking devices. Southwest and AirTran both explicitly state the ban on their websites and in-flight procedure manuals. Many other airlines have jumped on that trend, and instruct their flight attendants to persuade passengers to avoid the use of electronic cigarettes

on their aircraft. Is there really a problem with smoking an electronic cigarette while in-flight? The airlines and the FDOT seem to think so, but let’s take a look from another angle.

Electronic Smoking Sections on Planes
An easy fix would be for airlines to institute specific sections for e-cig smokers. With the Centers For Disease Control and Prevention, an official government agency, acknowledging that electronic cigarette use is becoming more popular among the 46.6 million adult smokers in the U.S., it only makes business sense for airlines to cater to the wants and needs of their passengers. Giving travelers the option to be seated in a pre-defined, vapor friendly, area of any plane would allow airlines to better serve an enormous segment of customers. At the same time it gives those who do not wish to be around vapor a separate portion of the plane.

The first argument against this plan is sure to be that the vapor from the smoking section will make its way into the rest of the plane. The answer to this rebuttal is in the filtration systems of the airplanes themselves. Currently the vast majority of commercial planes use hospital-grade HEPA filters to clean cabin air. These HEPA filters are designed to remove upwards of 99% of particles and debris from the air. Air is cycled through them 20-30 times per hour on average, and is mixed with air taken in from outside the plane to further provide passengers with fresh oxygen. On top of that, your larger commercial airliners use a separate filtration system for every seven rows of passengers. Add all of this up and it would be easy to create e-cigarette smoking sections on nearly every commercial airliner out there. The smoking section would be regulated by its own, highly effective, air filtration system that is already in place in most instances. Even if filtration systems aren’t designed for those of us who enjoy vapor, or want a cigarette alternative while flying, they need to be in place. Just ask anyone who has sat a row or two behind a passenger traveling with the flu.

We all know that e-cigs lack hundreds of the toxins that traditional cigarettes and cigars contain. Even the CDC report that we linked to above acknowledges this, and the CDC is not amongst those of us who are advocates of electronic cigarettes. In time perhaps the rest of the nation will come around and realize that vaping and smoking are not the same thing. Until then you can still enjoy your favorite electronic smoking device in most places, ironically even in the airport up until the point that you step onto your flight.

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As ECigarettes become more and more popular in retail stores and through online sales, many smokers are discovering a method that truly works to help them choose an effective smoking alternative. However, the sale and usage of these devices is being met with resistance by nonsmokers. New legislation may abolish the best chance smokers have to improve their lives. There are many reasons why nonsmokers are concerned with the sale and usage of ECigarettes, but smokers are striving to educate the uninformed to protect their rights.

The ECig Revolution

ECigarettes are relatively new devices that simulate real tobacco cigarettes without any of the dangerous side effects. Nicotine inhalers have been around for several years, but these inhalers do not taste or feel like real cigarettes. When an inhaler is used, there is no smoke-like substance to breathe in and blow out. Nicotine is a tricky drug that affects the mind in interesting ways. The need for nicotine is often inseparably linked to the action of smoking a cigarette. Therefore, nicotine patches and inhalers are ineffective because they don’t provide a smoker with the relief that comes from “blowing smoke.”

When ECigarettes were invented and released in global markets, smokers discovered a way to get the nicotine their bodies craved through a method that their brains craved. ECigarettes resemble real cigarettes so closely, that the mind is tricked into believing that the habit is continuing. However, the solution contained in an ECigarette cartridge is free of tar and carcinogens, and no smoke is actually inhaled. This makes the process of switching to an alternative much safer, much easier, and much more likely to be a successful process.

Smokers Making Positive Decision in Face of Health Risks

Smokers are deciding to switch more and more frequently because cancer and other health-effects that stem from cigarette smoking are becoming more apparent. Cancer is one of the biggest scares associated with smoking, and smokers are trying to switch in order to reduce their risk of developing this disease. Unfortunately, the threat of smoking-related illnesses is often insufficient to overcome the mind cravings associated with nicotine. Breaking a nicotine habit can take months or even years. In the meantime, smokers may be able to continue giving their body nicotine without adding to the risks placed on their health.

The Function of ECigs

ECigarettes are very simple devices that have only a few components. First, the battery of the ECigarette is what gives it its heating power. Instead of using a flame like a real cigarette, this unique battery works to heat the liquid contained within an ECig. When the liquid is heated, it is converted into a vapor that can be inhaled. ECigarette batteries come in both disposable and rechargeable types. The batteries are uniquely designed to resemble the long end of a cigarette. Some batteries even have glowing tips that more closely resemble cigarettes.

The next component of an ECigarette is the atomizer. This is the mouthpiece of the cigarette. It helps to create the vapor and direct it into the lungs. The atomizer must be screwed onto the battery for the ECigarette to work. Within the atomizer is the nicotine-liquid cartridge. This is the key to the successful cigarette simulation of the ECigarette. These liquids come in a variety of flavors and concentrations. The most common flavor is, of course, tobacco flavoring. However, ECigarette cartridges also come in flavors such as cherry, vanilla, coffee, chocolate, and even liqueurs. The concentration of nicotine in the cartridge is a matter of personal preference. Some ECigarette users slowly taper down the concentration of nicotine that is contained in their devices. This helps to gradually get the body used to receiving less and less nicotine throughout the day. A single nicotine-infused liquid cartridge simulates about a pack and half of regular cigarettes. ECigarette cartridges come in packs of five or ten, so smokers can always have full cartridges on hand.

Nonsmokers Raise Objections to Devices

Despite the incredible potential of these devices as smoking alternative methods, there are many nonsmokers who are resisting the sale and usage of ECigarettes in their states. Nonsmokers object to these devices for several reasons, but three reasons are mentioned the most: ECigarettes are dangerous to bystanders, ECigarettes are dangerous to smokers, and ECigarettes are annoying and disgusting.

The argument that ECigarettes are dangerous to bystanders has been generally disavowed by most experts. The water vapor that is exhaled by the individual using the ECigarette dissipates incredibly quickly in the atmosphere. It does not drift like cigarette smoke because it simply merges with the water vapor and humidity already in the air. As such, it is not dangerous in the least to nonsmoking bystanders. The argument that ECigarettes are dangerous to smokers is a little harder to address. There have not been any long-term studies regarding these devices, so it’s impossible to know whether the nicotine in the device can cause damage after prolonged usage. However, nonsmokers must consider this: smoking is one of the most hazardous activities you can participate in. A device that simulates cigarette smoking with the intention of helping smokers break the habit cannot be more dangerous than not trying to switch to an alternative smoking method at all.

Finally, the argument that ECigarettes are annoying and disgusting is untrue and created from ignorance about the devices. ECigarettes do not smell at all. The water vapor has no odor. They are flavored to simulate the taste of tobacco smoke, but this vapor is undetectable when it lands on clothing or is expelled into the air. Studies have proven that these devices produce no odor. When a nonsmoker is annoyed by someone smoking an ECigarette, this annoyance most certainly stems from prejudice and stigma surrounding the idea of smoking in general.

Lack of Health Study Potential Concern for Nonsmoker

The biggest source of concern for nonsmokers is the lack of medical and clinical research behind these brand new devices. Nonsmokers are concerned that ECigarettes will end up being proven to be more harmful than tobacco cigarettes. However, this cannot possibly be true. The liquid contained in an ECigarette cartridge is completely water-based. It is not harmful to inhale water vapor; in fact, the inhalation of this moisturizing vapor may actually help to speed the recovery of smoke-damaged lungs. There isn’t any research that supports the safe usage of ECigarettes because these devices simply haven’t been around long enough to merit long-term clinical studies. They’ve only been on the market for a few years, so the long-term effects cannot be measured.

In lieu of clinical studies, consumers should simply use common sense when making decisions about ECigarettes. Instead of fire, the ECigs use batteries. Instead of smoke that contains tar, carcinogens, and other harmful chemicals, the ECigs use flavor-infused water. Comparing cigarettes to ECigarettes is simple when you break down the components of the device in this way. The materials used to make an ECigarette functional are, by far, less dangerous than the smoke inhaled through a tobacco cigarette. A general lack of clinical study is not an excuse to spread fear and panic throughout the nonsmoking community. It is the responsibility of nonsmokers and smokers alike to formulate reasonable, fact-based opinions about these devices and consider both their merits and cons.

Education Efforts Underway Regarding ECigs

With all the outcries regarding ECigarettes, many smokers who have used the devices are beginning efforts designed to increase education and awareness. The dangers of smoking and the addictive nature of nicotine are already fairly well-known, but many nonsmokers still do not understand just how difficult it can be for lifelong smokers to switch from smoking tobacco cigarettes. Individuals who protest the usage of ECigarettes are actually condemning smokers to a ball and chain, tying them to unhealthy nicotine absorption for the rest of their lives. Smokers and nonsmokers who have researched ECigarettes are now trying to ease the minds of nonsmokers by explaining the devices more fully.

The liquid contained in an ECigarette contains no tobacco. Without tobacco, there are no carcinogens, no tar, and no harmful side effects. When you see someone smoking an ECigarette in a public place, you don’t have to worry about the dangers of the vapor. Additionally, this vapor is entirely odor free. Many nonsmokers are actually allergic to the odor caused by cigarette smoke. They fear the sight of someone smoking an ECigarette simply because they do not understand what they are witnessing. With educational efforts, the facts behind ECigarette vapor and usage can become more widely known.

It’s important for this information to be shared with politicians and lawmakers, as well. Many states are dealing with legislation that may impede the use of ECigarettes for smokers. Some state legislators are concerned that these devices will harm innocent bystanders. There isn’t a lot of research to support or deny these claims, true, but the best guesses of experts suggest that the vapor simply isn’t harmful to the general public. Also, it won’t stain or ruin surfaces in public places, so these devices can hardly be compared to genuine tobacco cigarettes.

Join the ECig Movement and Get Informed

Do you know someone who smokes a pack of cigarettes each day or more? Have you smoked for several years and tried every method imaginable to break the habit? Have you seen someone smoking an ECigarette or heard of ECigarettes through the grapevine? Are you curious about these devices? If so, join the ECigarette revolution and get informed. When honest consumers gather information about these devices, they arm themselves with sensible arguments in favor of ECigarettes as a smoking alternative device. There is a lot of discord in the world about these devices, and many nonsmokers are lobbying for ECigarettes to be illegalized in the United States.

If this occurs, smokers may lose out on the opportunity of a lifetime. Because of the unique construction of these devices that mimic smoking an actually cigarette, ECigarettes have been proven to be more effective than nicotine patches, nicotine gum, nicotine inhalers, and even prescription drugs. Nonsmokers and smokers alike must learn as much as possible about ECigarettes, so that they can help spread positive information and education about these incredible devices. The solution to the smoking habit may be on the horizon, and it’s your responsibility to make sure the clouds of dissension don’t cover it up.

Where to Find ECigs Today

If you’re interested in learning more about ECigarettes or purchasing an ECig to try to choose a smoking alternative once and for all, you’ve got a lot of options to consider. The Internet is a great source of information, as the ECigarette movement is largely Internet-based. However, it’s important to sift carefully through online information. A great deal of the panic surrounding ECig usage has been caused by the spread of false or incomplete information. While ECig manufacturers represent a great source for daily updated news blips and other information, it’s a good idea to find unbiased sources to answer your questions.

When you’ve made the decision to invest in an ECig, you can choose between a disposable option and a rechargeable option. Disposable ECigarettes are great for the first time user. With a disposable ECigarette, the device is smoked until the cartridge and battery are depleted. The number of puffs in a disposable ECig is usually equivalent to about a pack and a half of cigarettes. Most disposable models are sold in retail establishments for between five and ten dollars. These disposable cigarettes are a little bit more expensive than a pack of cigarettes, so it’s not recommended for smokers to use them forever. However, a disposable ECigarette can help you decide if this method is right for you. Once you become comfortable with ECigarettes, you can invest in rechargeable kits that are much more affordable.

Even though the FDA discourages consumers from viewing eCigs as a smoking cessation device, ECigarettes have the potential to be one of the best and most successful methods for smokers to choose a healthier alternative. However, there is still a lot of protest from nonsmokers. Only by increasing awareness and education for these products can nonsmokers and smokers team up to stand behind this incredible product.

ECigarettes and social media: these may sound like two completely disconnected things, but more and more people are discovering that social media and electronic cigarettes are connected in surprising ways. Both eCigarettes and social media are emblems of the modern age in which we are living. ECigarettes are new products designed to help smokers kick the habit and take back their health. Social media is a huge industry that helps people stay connected and share valuable information. Combining the two has made the eCigarette industry one of the fastest growing industries in the country. Understanding how social media and eCigarettes are being used in tandem will help smokers take advantage of incredible opportunities.

The ECigarette Revolution

In the past ten years, eCigarettes have gone from obscure and complicated electronic devices that cost a fortune to simple, streamlined, and cost-effective devices that more and more people are finding beneficial and fun. ECigarettes have come a long way since their inception, and though they are still met with some resistance from individuals who dislike the lack of clinical studies associated with them, many smokers are purchasing these devices as a viable alternative to a life of smoking tobacco cigarettes.

Smokers are using social media to spread the news regarding these devices. Social media platforms like Facebook or Twitter are being flooded by lifelong smokers who affirm the value of electronic cigarettes. Stories about success in switching to eCigarettes as an alternative to smoking tobacco, renewed health, elimination of illnesses, and more are being featured on social media platforms. Because of social media advances, eCigarettes are garnering a lot more attention than they did in the past several years. Today, eCigarettes are quickly becoming one of the fastest growing products in popularity and sales. A huge amount of this success can likely be contributed to the product’s reputation on social media platforms.

Helping Smokers Take Back Their Health

Smoking is, by far, one of the worst habits you can have as far as your health is concerned. When smoking became a multibillion dollar industry, many physicians admonished cigarettes as healthy products. Doctors said that cigarettes could help calm frayed nerves and control hunger pangs. However, it wasn’t long before cancer and emphysema levels started to increase, and doctors realized that these illnesses were being directly caused by cigarettes.

The real problem with tobacco cigarettes isn’t the tobacco. Yes, tobacco does naturally contain a drug known as nicotine that is highly addictive. This drug provides the body with the soothing “buzz” that makes cigarettes so popular. However, the nicotine in the tobacco is not what causes the problems; it’s simply what prolongs a person’s exposure to the contributing factors. The real issue with tobacco cigarettes is the additives that are included in the tobacco blend to make it palatable and fresh for a longer period of time. Additives like tar and other chemicals can wreak havoc on the human body. Tar coats the inside lining of the lungs after just a single cigarette. This lining is very sensitive and is covered in tiny hair-like filaments called cilia. When the cilia become coated in tar from tobacco cigarettes, they are unable to absorb oxygen that is inhaled from the atmosphere. Initially, a smoker may experience difficulty breathing, especially after exercise. However, over time the lungs will begin to shut down completely. Issues such as bronchitis, pneumonia, and emphysema are common in smokers. To compensate for the tar, the lungs will begin to expand in the chest cavity, and this can lead to other problems.

The carcinogenic chemicals added to tobacco are the main health concern for smokers. These chemicals and additives are causing cancer to develop at an alarming rate in smokers. Cancer of the lungs, throat, and mouth are all diseases with enormous death percentages. Even after a smoker quits and his or her lungs begin to heal themselves, the risk of cancer is still present.

When the United States government realized the dangerous potential of cigarettes, lobbyists and medical professionals lobbied for increased education and awareness regarding these dangers. Today, with social media, the dangers of cigarette smoke are communicated much more easily. Social media is enabling medical professionals to reach young children who are prone to cigarette smoking and communicate the dangers of this destructive habit. For those who are already habitual smokers, eCigarettes represent a great way to kick the habit

Understanding the Correct Way to Use an ECigarette

An eCigarette is an electronic device that simulates the act of smoking a cigarette without the use of tobacco or smoke. Instead, a liquid that contains nicotine is delivered to the bloodstream through inhalation of a vapor. This vapor has no negative side effects, so it is much safer to inhale than cigarette smoke. An eCigarette consists of two basic parts: the battery and the “cartomizer.” The battery is, of course, the fuel source for the eCigarette. Without the battery, the heat necessary to transform the nicotine-rich liquid into vapor could not be created. Batteries for eCigarettes can be rechargeable or disposable, depending on the smoker’s preference. The cartomizer is actually a fusion of a liquid-filled cartridge and an atomizer. The cartridge contains the eCigarette liquid which provides both nicotine and flavor. The atomizer is a coil of metal that heats the liquid and turns it into vapor.

In order to correctly use an eCigarette, a smoker simply has to inhale on the atomizing end of the eCigarette. When smoking a cigarette, smokers usually “drag” on the cigarette butt. This entails sucking the smoke into the mouth and then inhaling it into the lungs. With an eCigarette, on the other hand, the best results are achieved through direct inhalation. Because the vapor is not as substantial as cigarette smoke, drawing it into the mouth may cause it to condense on the tongue or lips. If the vapor condenses, the nicotine cannot be delivered to the lungs. Many people who have tried eCigarettes and found them to be ineffective at controlling nicotine urges were probably smoking the eCigs incorrectly.

ECigarette Rumors and Disinformation Addressed Through Social Media

Despite the incredible potential for eCigarettes to act as a smoking alternative device, there is still a lot of controversy about these devices. ECigarettes have simply not been around long enough to have the backing of clinical studies and scientific research. Nonsmokers are usually the individuals who argue most vehemently against the sale and usage of eCigarettes. However, when one considers the negative effects of cigarette smoke, an eCigarette which uses vapor must be assumed to be a healthier option.

Smokers, therefore, are beginning to use social media as a way to counteract the disinformation being spread by eCigarette opponents. Smokers who have used eCigarettes to successfully switch their smoking habits to other alternatives are banding together to create waves of social media impact that is intended to show just how wonderful electronic cigarettes can be. Many nonsmokers don’t even realize that eCigarettes don’t have any tobacco in them and don’t use any type of smoke whatsoever. For years, smokers were the only individuals who performed any research into the benefits of eCigarettes. They were the only ones who needed to. Now, though, smokers are striving to educate nonsmokers through social media avenues. This information is helping nonsmokers realize just how important eCigarettes can be to a smoker. It is also easing the concerns of individuals who have reacted poorly to the sight of someone smoking an eCigarette in a public place.

Smokers Connecting via Social Media for Support

Another important way that social media is being used in conjunction with eCigarettes is to formulate support groups and encouraging conversation threads for smokers who are trying to switch to eCigarettes as an alternative. Smoking is an incredibly difficult habit to break. Because of the nicotine concentrations in tobacco smoke, the body becomes wholly dependent on the drug. When a smoker stops smoking, he or she may experience muscle tremors, nausea, headaches, irritability, or other common withdrawal side effects. Often, these side effects are simply too difficult to overcome alone.

This is why social media is so important. Individuals who use Facebook and Twitter to connect with one another can easily find other consumers who are using eCigarettes as a smoking alternative device. Many eCigarette manufacturers have social media homepages, like Facebook Fan Pages, where eCigarette users can connect and share stories of success. These stories and connections can often make a complete difference in an individual’s likelihood to switch smoking methods while using an eCigarette. Social media brings people together who would otherwise be disconnected and alone. For that reason, social media and eCigarettes are absolutely indispensable for smokers.

Deals and Promotions via Social Media for ECigarette Users

Social media has practical applications for smokers who use eCigarettes, too. Social media is not just about the connection between people any longer. With the addition of Facebook fan pages and Facebook store pages, as well as the increased usage of Twitter by manufacturers and retailers, social media has become a great way for consumers to find amazing details on the products they use every day. Consumers use social media to find deals on clothing, groceries, electronics, music, and even services like salon services and auto services.

ECigarettes may be new to the consumer market, but they certainly didn’t waste any time popping up on social media platforms. Manufacturers of eCigarettes who wanted to increase awareness of their products and entice smokers to choose their specific brands began using social media to share the latest deals and promotions. If you are looking to save money on expensive eCigarette cartridges, atomizers, or replacement batteries, social media is a great place to start. You can search for coupon sites and deal sites through Facebook and Twitter simply by reading what other eCigarette smokers are talking about. You can also visit the Fan Pages of popular eCigarette manufacturers such as BLU or NJOY to find information about saving money on eCigarette products and attachments.

Social media is, by and large, a way for people to communicate and connect across great distances. However, it also has practical applications for consumers who are looking to save a couple of bucks on the products they buy most frequently. Because eCigarette cartridges must be replaced on a regular basis, saving money with social media is a great idea.

The Future of Social Media and ECigarettes

The technological world in which we are living is advancing at an incredibly fast rate. New electronic products and devices hit shelves on a daily basis. New social media platforms are developing new programs that allow consumers to share information at lightning fast rates. Fifty years ago, communication occurred mostly through physical letters sent through the postal system. Now, mail seems to be a thing of the past, as people share music, messages, video, and photos across the Internet. Because our technological world is changing so quickly, it is impossible to predict where social media will carry eCigarettes in the near future. There is no doubt about one thing, though: eCigarettes will gain popularity amongst lifelong smokers because of the information-sharing effects of social media.

Smokers who want to invest in eCigarettes can use social media to research the pros and cons of these devices. This research will help smokers make an informed decision regarding the health risks and benefits of an electronic cigarette. Before you rush out and purchase an eCigarette, you can use social media to connect with other eCigarette users. Pick their brains, and find out just how people are reacting to different brands and types of eCigarettes. This will help you save a lot of money, and this method guarantees that you will get the most profitable experience out of your eCigarette.

Increasing your familiarity with social media is important, as those who don’t understand the benefits of this connection strategy may be left behind in the near future. For smokers, though, social media takes on a whole new life. The relationships between social media and eCigarettes are only projected to grow in the next few years, and most smokers are excited to see just what “they” come up with next.

Smoking is one of the biggest causes of health risks facing people around the world. For decades, smoking-related illnesses and diseases have been related to the number one causes of death in the United States. This incredible trend can partly be blamed by the United States Government’s failure to regulate tobacco sales, tobacco advertising, and tobacco usage until quite recently. Now, a viable alternative to smoking tobacco cigarettes has been developed by manufacturers around the world. ECigarettes may be a smoker’s best hope for switching away from the debilitating habit once and for all. Even with the incredible success stories being told by smokers who switched to using eCigarettes, many states and the United States Government as a whole are keeping mum about the benefits of this

product. In fact, some states may even pass legislation in the next few years that will ban the sales of this incredible device. Why are states balking with regard to ECigarette sales? Why is the Food and Drug Administration hesitant to say “yea” or “nay” about ECigarettes? The answers may surprise you.

Smoking Dangers May Not Deter Young People

Cigarettes have become more and more of a problem in the United States as tobacco companies began subtly marketing to young people rather than lifelong smokers. Because smoking is addictive, tobacco companies know that they don’t have to target habitual smokers. These individuals will continue purchasing cigarettes because their bodies tell them to. Tobacco companies, therefore, created ads that appealed specifically to younger people. The FDA now regulates the ads that can be shown on television: smoking ads are not permitted there. Similarly, ads on billboards and in magazines are strictly regulated. Warnings are posted on advertisements and tobacco product labels that detail the dangers of cigarette smoke. However, these warnings are proving ineffective. More and more teenagers are picking up cigarettes and quickly becoming addicted. A safe alternative is needed to provide smokers with a way to break the habit permanently. ECigarettes were developed specifically for that purpose.

What Are ECigs and How Are They Used

ECigarettes, also known as eCigs or e-Cigs, are electronic cigarettes that simulate the process and effects of smoking tobacco cigarettes. The key word regarding eCigarettes is “simulation.” These devices contain no tobacco and do not use fire or smoke of any kind to deliver the nicotine to the bloodstream. Instead, an eCigarette uses a liquid substance that is largely water-based. This substance is turned into a vapor through the application of electric heat. The vapor is then inhaled into the lungs and exhaled again.

There are three main components to an eCigarette: the battery, the atomizer, and the nicotine liquid. The battery is long and thin, just like the end of a cigarette. ECigarette batteries come in two types: disposable and rechargeable. The atomizer of the eCigarette uses the electricity from the battery to generate heat and turn the nicotine-rich liquid into a breathable vapor. There are many different flavors of liquid as well as different concentrations of nicotine in eCigarette cartridges. Flavors such as coffee, chocolate, vanilla, and cherry are popular because they provide an alternative to the traditional taste of tobacco.

Surprisingly, these varied flavors of nicotine cartridges are part of the reason why so many states are imposing regulations on eCigarette sales. According to some politicians, the different flavors of eCigarettes might be attractive to teenagers who don’t like the taste of tobacco. The reasoning behind the restrictions are similar to those given when clove cigarettes were banned from US markets. There is also speculation that the nicotine-rich vapor may be worse for human health than tobacco smoke. Some scientists believe that this vapor condenses on the inside of the lungs and can cause irritation and even serious illness. The problem, however, is that there are simply not enough clinical trials or lab research findings to support these statements.

FDA Staying Mute About ECig Safety

Unfortunately, the United States Food and Drug Administration is extremely hesitant to formulate an official position on the safety of eCigarettes. Because so many consumers base their beliefs about the health of various products on the determination of this organization, the lack of an opinion is concerning. The FDA is serious about regulating products that are consumed or used in the United States. Serious research must be acquired and evaluated before the FDA makes a judgment either way. This means that eCigs have been neither banned nor suggested by the FDA because there is not enough evidence to make a decision.

There has been FDA action involved in some shipments of electronic cigarettes that were deemed unsafe for the general public. The FDA has confiscated thousands of shipments by overseas manufacturers. Usually, however, these devices were confiscated because the electronic mechanism was deemed to be unstable and not because the nicotine vapor was unsafe. Some overseas electronic cigarettes became too hot to handle safely; others contained flammable liquid that presented a serious safety hazard.

The issue of the safety of the nicotine liquid within US-based eCigarette products is still undetermined. Because the FDA has no official position on these products, the sale and usage of ECigarettes has been left to the states to determine. Different states have reacted differently to these products, and many consumers are left wondering whether their state will create a ban in the next few years.

Some states have already created legislation banning the sale of these devices to minors. Other states, such as New Hampshire, currently allow the sale of eCigarettes to minors; though, this is projected to change quite soon. Arnold Schwarzenegger, when he was governor of California, rejected proposed legislation that would make the sale of eCigarettes illegal throughout the entire state. Other governors have followed suit, believing that if informed adults wish to purchase these devices, they should be given that right.

States React in Different Ways to ECigarette Trends

Different states are reacting differently to the sale and usage of ECigarettes. Some states are completely on board with these new products, and many are passing laws to ensure that ECigarette users can “smoke” in public places without persecution. Other states, however, are taking the exact opposite course of action. Some states are banning the use of ECigarettes completely, while others are starting slowly by making them illegal to use in public places. The real issue that divides states on these products is the lack of research supporting eCigarettes as a safer alternative to cigarettes. As more information becomes available, states will likely relax restrictions on the product. As of now, states like Washington and New York are close to passing bans on ECigarette usage.

ECigarettes and Minors

ECigarettes are not tobacco cigarettes. For most states in the United States, the regulation of cigarettes pertains wholly to tobacco and not to the cigarette as a whole. This brings up the issue of the sale of ECigarettes to minors. If these devices do not contain any tobacco, can they be sold to minors? The general consensus is “no.” ECigarettes can be dangerous in the hands of minors because they do contain nicotine-rich fluid which converts to vapor through the atomizer. If this vapor is inhaled, the nicotine is introduced into the bloodstream. Now, this is the whole point of ECigarettes for smokers: the nicotine in the vapor provides a safe alternative to cigarette smoke. The problem with sales to minors, however, is that these levels of nicotine are addictive. Government officials are concerned, and rightly so, that minors will purchase eCigarettes, get addicted to nicotine, and then be tempted to purchase actual nicotine cigarettes. Many states have already banned the sale of ECigarettes to minors, and all other states are projected to follow suit in the next few years.

ECigarettes and Public Places

One of the biggest objections to ECigarette sales and usage is the exhalation of “smoke” in public places. Smoking in public places is still a red flag subject throughout the country. Most states created bans on public smoking only in recent years. The inability to smoke in restaurants just recently swept across the nation, and smokers and non-smokers are still up in arms about the decision. For non-smokers who aren’t aware of ECigarettes and their construction, the sight of nicotine vapor being expelled from someone’s mouth may trigger feelings of panic.

ECigarettes are advertised as completely legal to smoke in public places; however, many ECigarette users have been asked to refrain from using their devices while in public places. Airline attendants, restaurant staff, hotel staff, and other individuals who work in public places may not know that these devices create no odor, no smoke, and no harmful effects. As far as state governments are concerned, the lack of information about ECigarettes is reason enough to ban their usage in public places. Because there is no concrete information about the health effects of the nicotine vapor, many state governments believe that bystanders have the right not to be subjected to the exhalations.

The Future of ECigarettes

The future of ECigs is uncertain, at best. Because there have been no reliable clinical trials on the long-term effects of these products, the health effects of inhaling nicotine vapor cannot be attested to. The lack of clinical trials is not a reflection on the manufacturers of these products; ECigarettes simply haven’t been around long enough to allow adequate clinical testing to take place.

The best that scientists and health experts can come up with is educated guesses. The nicotine solution that is inhaled into the lungs is not smoke: it is water vapor. Water vapor has no dangerous side effects on the human lungs. In fact, water vapor can actually help the lungs to regenerate more effectively. These devices do have nicotine in them, so they can be addicting to individuals who aren’t used to the effects of nicotine. However, in general, scientists and experts believe that ECigarettes are healthier than tobacco cigarettes. Experts don’t encourage smokers to use these indefinitely, but they are recommended as a safer alternative to cigarettes that can help smokers kick the habit.

Should You Get an ECigarette

Now, you may be wondering “should I get an ECigarette to help me find an alternative to smoking tobacco cigarettes?” The answers vary for different people. Many consumers are hesitant to invest money in a product that may become illegal in a few short years. While the government would almost certainly be unable to confiscate sold ECigarettes, they would be able to ban all future sales of the cartridges that are necessary to make the product work. Other consumers hesitate to purchase ECigarettes because the government’s lack of approval for this product makes them wonder about the safety of the device.

In general, experts who are willing to make a statement about the health values of ECigarettes sum up their views in this way: smoking is one of the worst possible habits that an individual can participate in. While the health effects of an ECigarette cannot be attested through with reliable clinical trials, the effects of the vapor cannot possibly be worse than the effects of tobacco smoke. Any device that helps consumers stop smoking once and for all is a device that should be acquired. So, if you’re wondering whether you should invest in an ECigarette, the answer is almost certainly “yes.” If you are a lifelong smoker and you’ve tried other products to switch smoking methods without success, an E-cigarette may be the solution you’ve been seeking. The unique atomizer mechanism allows the brain to both get the nicotine it needs and go through the habitual motion of “smoking” a cigarette. This is why these devices have been so successful.

The decision to purchase an ECigarette is a very personal one. We encourage you to do your own research: talk to people who have purchased and used ECigarettes, learn your state’s stance on ECigarette sales and usage, or purchase a disposable ECigarette and test it out for yourself. Odds are, you’ll discover that this product makes you feel better and will help jump start your journey to switch to eCigarettes  as a smoking alternative for good.