ECigarettes. What are They and How Do They Work?

Here is a description of exactly what an electronic cigarette is, how it works and exactly how it can potentially help you to stop smoking altogether.*


*E Cigarettes are NOT officially marketed as a smoking cessation devices (yet) although logic and experience has taught me otherwise.

What is an e-cigarette?

The electronic cigarette is a battery powered gadget that looks, feels, tastes, and reacts like a cigarette ... however it's not a real cigarette! It even delivers nicotine but without the hazardous smoke, tar and chemicals connected with real tobacco smoke. The nicotine is breathed in by means of a clean odor free vapor-- which is actually just water.

Do they contain chemicals and nicotine?

Yes, the nicotine is one of just 2 carcinogens (cancer triggering chemicals) contained within the electronic cigarette. To put this into perspective-- the standard cigarette consists of over 4300 known carcinogens and toxic chemicals. A slice of normal bacon however includes around 8 carcinogens - nearly 4 times as many as are found in the ecig!

Looking for more information? Read this article, where the question is asked - Are Electronic Cigarettes Safe?

An e cigarette is typically made up of three parts:

1. Atomizer
2. Battery
3. Nicotine Cartridge

NOTE: A few of the more recent designs integrate the atomizer and nicotine cartridges as one disposable unit. The advantage of this is that you constantly have a fresh atomizer instead of a single atomizer that can become stopped up and less efficient over time. A fresh atomizer will certainly guarantee that you get the highest volume of vapor on each puff, adding to a more satisfactory cigarette smoking experience.

Let's take a look at each of these elements a little closer.

1. Atomizer. This heats up and vaporizes a blend of liquefied nicotine. The feeling of inhaling this vapor is really like genuine cigarette smoke but without the same health threats. It even has a cozy feel to it which contributes to a realistic experience. The vapor produces a cloud that appears like smoke but is really simply a moisture that quickly fades away. (and yes you can even blow smoke/water vapor rings!)

2. Battery. Absolutely nothing too complex here, simply a chargeable battery that powers the atomizer. It is shaped to appear like the body of a real cigarette. The life expectancy of batteries differs from design to design. The lifespan depends on the number of mouth puffs. Typically you will get 150 - 400 puffs before can recharge the battery.

3. Nicotine cartridge. These cartridges are comprised of a water/nicotine solution. A single cartridge is generally the equivalent of 1 - 1.5 packs of tobacco cigarettes. Different nicotine strengths are offered in high, low, or medium. Many producers additionally offer a variety of flavors ranging from traditional tobacco taste, menthol, vanilla, chocolate and fruit flavors.

How Does it Work?

They say a picture is worth a thousand words and to be honest I really don't feel like typing...

The electronic cigarette is remarkably similar to the genuine thing however without the exact same wellness risks. There is no lingering offending odor. It's also a whole lot less expensive than tobacco cigarettes. This incorporated with the fact that you can utilize it anywhere makes e-smoking a reasonable and healthier alternative, one really worth considering either for yourself or a loved one.

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