FDA Study Shows Varying Levels of Nicotine in Cigars
Cigars are typically seen as a more sophisticated smoking implement due to advertising, placement, and posturing. But it’s still a smoking implement, one with tobacco and nicotine, and one that produces second-hand smoke. Most people know about the nicotine and effects of smoking traditional combustible cigarettes, but less is known about their tobacco leaf rolled counterparts. Whether you puff part-time while sipping a scotch or frequently during poker night with pals, the effects can be long-lasting. A single, full-size cigar can contain as much nicotine as a pack of cigarettes. That’s a large dose, especially if you plan to smoke a cigar in a sitting. According to an FDA Science Forum “Continual monitoring of the physical and chemical properties would be useful to further understand these products’ toxicity, abuse potential, and impact on the public health.” “Although much research has been done about cigarettes, there is limited data on the physical and chemical properties of cigars, the investigators noted in their introduction. Therefore, research on cigar properties may be useful to better understand these products.” The study goes on to share because nicotine amounts vary within brands, “consumers smoking the same brand of the cigar may unintentionally be exposed to varying doses of nicotine and potentially other smoke constituents.” To achieve a cigar-like, rich tobacco flavor with your vape, you can try one of the many flavors in the V2 E-Liquid Marketplace like Black Note Adagio, “Grown in Cuba’s rich, tropical climate, Adagio provides a savory taste of the Caribbean (available in two strengths) without the smoke and side effects. Do you enjoy cigars? What do you think about their nicotine levels?