Vapor Cigarettes Are Not A Healthier Option For Your Teen




Vapor cigarettes may seem like a safer option then the real deal when your teen is smoking, but this type of cigarette is not any healthier. Vapor cigarettes contain a mixture of carcinogens similar to the ones found in regular cigarettes. E-cigarettes still contain nicotine and carbon monoxide and, when your teen inhales that vapor, they are taking in all of those other unhealthy chemicals as well.

“Nicotine is not only highly addictive, when ingested, it speeds up the heart rate and blood pressure,” says Dr. Cameron Fuller.  Once the immediate effects of nicotine wear off you may find yourself irritable, crabby and tired. Your teenager already faces so many challenges this can only compound the issues they are facing. 

E-cigarette companies market to kids using a variety of exciting and candy-like flavors. While the taste may appeal to your child, the unhealthy effects should keep them steering clear of these.  Talk to your teen about the negative effects of smoking and present the facts about e-cigarettes too. The information they are getting from their friends may be that candy-cotton flavored vapor cigarettes are delicious, and can’t harm your body.

For more information on smoking & your teen contact Dr. Fuller today.

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