Vaping is the term often used to describe the use of e-cigarettes – the act of heating a liquid then inhaling its vapour. Vape cartridges are one of the most popular forms of vaping, coming in various shapes and sizes, and offering the user a variety of flavours. There’s no smoke and no ash, making it a cleaner alternative to smoking tobacco cigarettes. But is vaping safer than smoking?
When it comes to the pros and cons of vaping, many arguments exist.
On the plus side, an argument can be made that vaping can be used as a way of harm reduction, helping to transition smokers away from tobacco smoking and onto a potentially less harmful alternative. Proponents argue that the majority of the toxins associated with tobacco smoking – such as carbon monoxide – are absent with vaping. In other words, you’re still inhaling a potentially harmful substance, but at a reduced risk for your health.