On Tuesday, January 25, 2011, Raleigh North Carolina is expected to adopt an ordinance that will ban tobacco use in public parks and greenways operated by the city according to reports in the timesnews.com. The goal of the city is to eliminate second hand smoke and pollution in public areas. Officials have also become increasingly concerned about children putting the numerous traditional cigarette butts they find on the ground into their mouths. Bars and eateries are already tobacco free in the Raleigh area.
While Raleigh Mayor Meeker, along with nonsmokers, believes, “the public deserves to have pristine parks”, many smokers are upset about this possible ban. Smokers believe this ban would take away their rights. They feel the city should supply a designated smoking area. Some smokers also believe that as long as they are not affecting other people they should be allowed to smoke in the park.
Electronic cigarettes are a great chemical free alternative to traditional cigarettes. Although e cigs are not considered a cessation product, they have already helped thousands quit smoking. These electronic devices, however, do not contain tar, tobacco, or any of the thousands of carcinogens that traditional cigarettes contain. Smokers no longer have to worry about where to put their butts. A vapor, instead of smoke, is released so there is no second hand smoke. Since electronic cigarettes do not emit smoke they can be enjoyed just about anywhere there is a ban.
There are many different brands smokers can choose. Most offer starter kits that include everything a smoker needs to enjoy their experience. Electronic cigarettes come in different strengths as well as flavors. Smokers can even choose an e cig that contains no nicotine at all. Some brands include a pack that will charge the e cigs while they are on the go. There are two part as well as three part e cigs. There are e cigs that can be refilled by the smoker with ejuice. There are even e pipes and e cigars.
Traditional cigarette smokers who have already made the switch have found it an easy transition. E cigs are more cost effective than traditional cigarettes. They will not make the user or the people around them smell. They are easy to use, and are rechargeable. In addition to the fact that electronic cigarettes can be enjoyed where regular tobacco products are prohibited, smokers can enjoy a healthier life style.