Using a Vaporizer for Cigarettes?

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The discussion centers around the use of vaporizers for smoking cigarettes, exploring potential risks, health implications, and the effectiveness of nicotine extraction compared to traditional smoking methods. Participants share personal experiences and anecdotal evidence regarding health improvements and the differences in the smoking experience.

Discussion Character

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  • Debate/contested
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  • Anecdotal evidence

Main Points Raised

  • Some participants express concern about the risks of using a vaporizer for cigarettes, questioning whether it extracts nicotine while leaving harmful compounds.
  • Others suggest that a high-quality vaporizer could reduce exposure to harmful combustion byproducts like tar and carbon monoxide.
  • A participant mentions that using a vaporizer may still result in nicotine addiction, despite potential health benefits.
  • There are claims of improved lung function and blood pressure from switching to vaporizing, based on anecdotal evidence and limited studies.
  • Some participants note that the experience of vaporizing differs from smoking, with a lighter buzz and less burnout, but express concerns about increased desire to smoke more.
  • One participant recommends trying e-cigarettes as an alternative, suggesting they contain only nicotine and water vapor.

Areas of Agreement / Disagreement

Participants do not reach a consensus on the overall safety and health implications of using vaporizers for cigarettes. While some share positive experiences and potential benefits, others raise concerns about addiction and the extraction of harmful substances.

Contextual Notes

Limitations include the reliance on personal anecdotes and the lack of comprehensive studies on the long-term health impacts of vaporizing compared to smoking. The discussion also reflects varying regional legal considerations regarding the use of vaporizers.

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Individuals interested in smoking alternatives, health implications of tobacco use, and personal experiences with vaporizers may find this discussion relevant.

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Hey, I just wanted to know if there are any extra risks for smoking cigarettes out of a vaporizer.

Would it extract most of the nicotine and leave the "bad" stuff, or vice versa?

Any input is welcome:)
 
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dacruick said:
Hey, I just wanted to know if there are any extra risks for smoking cigarettes out of a vaporizer.

Would it extract most of the nicotine and leave the "bad" stuff, or vice versa?

Any input is welcome:)

Depending on how accurate and stable your device is, it can in fact extract much of the nicotine without releasing most of the compounds associated with combustion. As for TSCs, and benzene or other nasty things... I'm not sure, not to mention that you'd still be addicted to nicotine... not the nicest thing in the world. You'd still get most or all of the Polonium 210 there... eh. Tobacco in general, especially as it's grown and cured in modern times, is nasty nasty stuff.

Still, if you used something like the Volcano, or a medical volatilizer... you'd be in BETTER shape than smoking. For one, you don't have the intake of particulate from combustion, CO, and a certainly a measure of benzene and others PAHs, along with a lot of the tar. Do be careful however, often these devices have become associated with the use of marijuana, which, while I have no personal issue with that... has legal baggage varying on region. You don't want to be innocently using this for tobacco and have 'paraphernalia' issues arise.
 
nismaratwork said:
Depending on how accurate and stable your device is, it can in fact extract much of the nicotine without releasing most of the compounds associated with combustion. As for TSCs, and benzene or other nasty things... I'm not sure, not to mention that you'd still be addicted to nicotine... not the nicest thing in the world. You'd still get most or all of the Polonium 210 there... eh. Tobacco in general, especially as it's grown and cured in modern times, is nasty nasty stuff.

Still, if you used something like the Volcano, or a medical volatilizer... you'd be in BETTER shape than smoking. For one, you don't have the intake of particulate from combustion, CO, and a certainly a measure of benzene and others PAHs, along with a lot of the tar. Do be careful however, often these devices have become associated with the use of marijuana, which, while I have no personal issue with that... has legal baggage varying on region. You don't want to be innocently using this for tobacco and have 'paraphernalia' issues arise.

Haha don't worry about the legality of this. I don't have it because I want to smoke tobacco:biggrin:. I also live in Canada so you pretty much have to be trafficking if you want to run into trouble.

Thanks for the info.
 
dacruick said:
Haha don't worry about the legality of this. I don't have it because I want to smoke tobacco:biggrin:. I also live in Canada so you pretty much have to be trafficking if you want to run into trouble.

Thanks for the info.

Excellent, in that case let me just say this: 360 Fahrenheit to start, don't go higher than 390... diminishing returns. Go for multiple passes too...

...Hypothetically of course.

Hypothetically, it the case of non-tobacco, you have an even wider range between the point at which desired compounds "volatilize", and unwanted release of hydrocarbons such as Benzene. You also nearly eliminate tar, and... it's just fantastic. I recommend snagging a good one too... the cheap ones will just burn your... herbal supplents.
 
nismaratwork said:
and... it's just fantastic.

Haha agreed.
 
dacruick said:
Haha agreed.

I have a friend who changed from smoking, to exlusively vaporizing... lung function improved, BP fell... anecdoataly and from some limited studies, it is a VAST improvement for your health. I'm glad you're making the move!
 
nismaratwork said:
I have a friend who changed from smoking, to exlusively vaporizing... lung function improved, BP fell... anecdoataly and from some limited studies, it is a VAST improvement for your health. I'm glad you're making the move!

Yeah definitely. My friend had the same vaporizer that I just bought, and he swore by it. He said you save a bunch of money, although my lungs were the primary reason for buying it. (precautionary measure since I'm 20 and have yet to develop any lung problems).
 
dacruick said:
Yeah definitely. My friend had the same vaporizer that I just bought, and he swore by it. He said you save a bunch of money, although my lungs were the primary reason for buying it. (precautionary measure since I'm 20 and have yet to develop any lung problems).

He's right, definitely more effective at the extraction of... nicotine... and stuff.
 
Yeah, its a different experience altogether. The buzz is much lighter, and there is less of a burnout I'm finding. Which really only seems to make me want to smoke more...
 
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dacruick said:
Yeah, its a different experience altogether. The buzz is much lighter, and there is less of a burnout I'm finding. Which really only seems to make me want to smoke more...
I do agree, but that's still closer than any other substitute I've tried. We don't know the long term impact on health so one should remain cautious about these vaporizer, but it's hard to believe it's not far better than smoke.
 
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I would recommend you try an e cigarette. it basically vaping like you are only there is no chance you will get anything but nicotine, water vapour, and maybe some flavouring. And it looks just like a cigarette!
 

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