Can electronic cigarettes help you quit smoking ?
Author: Benjamin Hübner
Can electronic cigarettes help you quit smoking ? Probably. But the companies who sell these devices are not in a position to tell you that. Because the FDA has not approved electronic cigarettes, they are not being sold as smoking cessation devices, but rather as a healthier "smoking alternative" for people who want smoke in public places.
E-cigarettes are an alternative nicotine delivery system. Common sense would dictate that they could be effectively used as part of an overall smoking cessation program, similar to the way nicotine gum, patches and inhalers are.
And here is an interesting fact about electronic cigarette nicotine cartridges: They come in several different nicotine levels - high, medium, low, and zero nicotine. Conceivably a person could slowly wean themselves from their nicotine addiction by progressively lowering their intake levels. It's important to note that even a cartridge with a "high" nicotine level still delivers considerably less nicotine per inhale than a traditional cigarette.
So how many smokers successfully quit using the electronic cigarette? It's too soon to say for sure and no organized studies have been performed to date. However, if one were to go to the numerous "vaping" forums they would see many testimonials of people who have kicked the habit for good using these devices. Some of these success stories are from people who have smoked over a pack a day for decades.
Until in-depth clinical studies are done, we are going to have to rely on anecdotal testimonials and our own reasonable judgement. Do your research and educate yourself on the facts. Then you will be well equipped to make and intelligent adult decision if this is something that can help you quit smoking.
Here's the bottom line: No device, even one as promising as the e-cigarette, is going to be a "silver bullet" that can make a smoker quit overnight. Successfully quiting forever starts with a strong conviction to quit. If a person truly wants to quit then the electronic cigarette may prove to be a very helpful tool in realizing that goal.
But let's face it... many smokers DON"T want to quit! They just enjoy smoking too much. For this group, electronic smoking can be a much healthier alternative... hopefully one that will keep them alive a lot longer.
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Electronic cigarettes?
Hi
After smoking 20 cigarettes a day for 20 years, I have finally decided to quit (again) The last time I quit, I was miserable, put heaps on weight on and, resorted back to the demon. I reluctantly decided I was always going to be a smoker for the rest of my life.
However, I am sick of pushing the worries about my health to the back of my mind (niggling cough, constantly clearing my throat) and also we have just bought a new house and I cant afford to carry on smoking.
I have been doing a bit of research on the net and have read up about electronic cigarettes. Through what I have read, I have a glimmer of hope in it being a step towards quitting. The patches never worked for me as they didnt get rid of the craving, plus I was eating instead of going out for smoke breaks etc which is why the weight piled on.
I wondered whether anyone had had successful results with the electronic cigarette in eventually giving up smoking? There are loads of brands around. Which is best? They dont seem to be available here in NZ so I will have to pay an initial outlay for the shipping etc… any comments – good or bad?
Thanks!
my husband sounds like you – wants to quit for all the “right” reasons but can’t because he likes smoking so much. i bought him an electronic cigarette (the blackjack) from 21 century smoking and he is so impressed! if you’re really interested in tobacco-free cigarettes, you should check them out. they even have a savings calculator so you can see how much money you will save if you stop smoking cigarettes. we like 21 century smoking because they have a huge selection, we received our order super fast (in 2 days!) and they have a money back guarantee just in case you don’t like it. you’re not gonna know unless you try it – i suggest you try 21 century smoking – money back if you don’t like it! and he’s so happy with them, we just want everyone to know about them too!