Tuesday, July 6, 2010

Electronic cigarettes, good or bad?

So with all the smoking bans and talk about the health effects of smoking lately the E-Cigarette has emerged. Many questions follow this such as which should I choose? Are they really better for me? Here is what I've learned from my research.

Are they better for me?
Well, I can't say they're good for you, but better..? you do the math. No carcinogens, just nicotine, water and flavorings. All you are inhaling from what I gathered is an atomized water/nicotine vapor which looks just like smoke. I can honestly tell you as a former smoker, I can breath a lot better now that I'm on the vapor.

What technology is out there?
From my experience there is a ton of different brands out there, theres three main types. Type one you have to put drops into the "filter" each time you use it, and replace the atomizer, type 2 you must replace both the atomizer and filter each time it runs out, and the latest technology which you replace the self-contained filter/atomizer in one step. I use the fifty-one duo, which uses this latest technology. I get about 2 packs per cartridge and when its empty, I just simply unscrew it and put a new one on.

Is it cheaper?
Yes, I pay $15 per pack which contains 5 cartridges, which if you break it down is $3/cartridge or $1.50/pack. In Michigan it's nearly $7 a pack.. thats a lot of savings...Other brands are right around the same cost, some are more expensive over all.

How do I choose?
Honestly, read the reviews if your going to buy online, however I would buy in person if at all possible, that way you can try it before you buy it. Some will simulate real smoking quite well, some not so much. I would review them all.. however I don't have the time to go over all of them, so instead, post your experience!

Thanks,
-Tech Ninja

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