FAQ
What is an "E-Cigarette"?
an E-cigarette is a Personal Vaporizer and nicotine delivery
device which is "cigarette-like" in size and appearance and designed to allow
you an alternate method to stimulate your need for nicotine and to fulfill the habit of smoking..
How does it work?
The E-cigarette is a tobacco-less device. E-cigarettes use a
glycol-based liquid containing nicotine and flavoring. Using gentle heat
provided by the battery and atomizer within the e-cigarette, the liquid is
turned to a smoke-like vapor which the user inhales.
So you see, even though the E-cigarette gives the appearance
and stimulation associated with smoking, there is, in
reality, no smoke generated at all.
Are
E-Cigarettes "Safe" and "Healthy"?
While we cannot make claims of health and safety, we can, however,
compare E-smoking (or "vaping") to the use of
traditional smoking. When doing price comparisons, remember that these are ball
park figures and your results will vary. We are in North Carolina where
cigarette prices are well below the national average. That is what our prices
projected for cigarette smoking reflect. These comparisons are based on FACT and
not opinions.
| |
Cigarettes |
E-Cigarettes |
| Harmful smoke, chemicals and
tar |
Yes |
No |
| Dirty/Smelly Ash trays |
Yes |
No |
| Effects to others (second hand
smoke) |
Yes |
No |
| Staining walls, smelling up
upholstery, automotive interior, etc. |
Yes |
No |
| Fire hazard (Setting furniture
on fire by falling asleep during use) |
Yes |
No |
| Potential for accidental burns
(you or others) |
Yes |
No |
| |
|
|
| Monthly costs associated with
use (based on a 1 pack per day habit) |
$160.00+ |
$40.00 |
The FDA has not "approved" this product. You will have to make
the decision about whether or not to use electronic cigarettes based on your own feelings
as to the safety and feasibility of the use of this product. Having said that,
E-Cigarette users commonly report reduction in their smoking, or stopping
completely when using this product. Users also commonly report improved
respiration, smell and taste, although none of these claims are backed by any research or studies.
