eCigarettes studied as alternative to smoking

On May 30, 2010, in Opinion, by Smokey the Barrister

A recent study by University of Alberta researchers found that smokers who wanted to quit but were unable to quit, found e-cigarettes a compelling alternative to tobacco. Moreover, smokers who supplemented their cigarette usage with the electronic versions noted that their health was improved, their sense of smell, breathing, throat soreness and the like. While [...]

Does Nicotine cause cancer? Research suggests “no.”

On May 24, 2010, in Opinion, by Smokey the Barrister

Even the Tobacco companies agree – Smoking causes cancer. However, what is it within a tobacco cigarette that causes cancer? Researchers claim it isn’t the nicotine…

Harvard Spends Millions to Discover Tobacco Companies Lied about Nicotine.

On May 21, 2010, in Opinion, by Smokey the Barrister

A recent Harvard study claims that major tobacco and cigarette manufacturers intentionally increased nicotine levels in cigarettes. The late Massachusetts Senator Edward Kennedy promised he would reintroduce a bill that would allow the FDA to regulate cigarettes; last round the bill failed in the House after receiving Senate approval. Cigarette maker Philip Morris released a [...]

Electronic cigarettes: all about ecigs

On May 2, 2010, in About eCigs, Opinion, by Smokey the Barrister

An electronic cigarette is technology that delivers a controlled dose of nicotine without the negative combustion effects associated with traditional tobacco products.