Why “vape” is being discussed
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> Vaping definitely isnt healthy for you nobody claimed otherwise > Studies have shown that the vape smoke stimulates the vagus nerve which causes changes in the cardiovascular…
by trixn86 · Sep 23, 2026
Vaping definitely isnt healthy for you. It's not really the nicotine that causes the obvious damage though. Studies have shown that the vape smoke stimulates the vagus nerve whi…
by simmerup · Sep 23, 2026
There is no inherent self limitation from cigarettes beyond the time it takes to smoke a cigarette. I’m not sure who you knew that smoked but I can say for certain that long-tim…
by therealpygon · Sep 23, 2026
Is nicotine a problem, though? I'm not a cigarette or vaping guy. I do like a nicotine pouch, and I love an evening pipe. My understanding is that nicotine is not much of a prob…
by christophilus · Sep 23, 2026
> Do we have the numbers yet on the effects of vaping all day every day on cardiovascular health and lung cancer? Even when we don't have the numbers for everyday long-term use…
by trixn · Sep 23, 2026
For context, I vape because nicotine helps me focus. There's a lot more to it than that but I'm not going to elaborate because if I do, I'll get about a zillion replies from pre…
by bityard · Sep 23, 2026
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An electronic cigarette (e-cigarette) or vape is a device that simulates tobacco smoking. It consists of an atomizer, a power source such as a battery, and a container such as a cartridge or tank. Instead of smoke, the user inhales vapor, often called "vaping". Read more on Wikipedia