Nezha angrily denounces the "Cyber ​​Magic Pill"! Three major rumors about e-cigarettes are proven!

Recently, the box office of "Nezha 2" has exceeded 12.1 billion and has swept the entire network. The line "My fate is determined by me, not by God" in the movie has ignited the youth, but the "magic pill" in reality - electronic cigarettes have quietly invaded. Because of its cool shell, it has attracted many "fans", especially young people! Today, let us understand and expose the three "evil magics" of electronic cigarettes.

Rumor 1:

E-cigarettes are a "healthy alternative" to traditional cigarettes

The truth: E-cigarettes have many direct hazards to the human body.

● Regarding the respiratory system , the aerosol produced by heating contains heavy metals, volatile organic compounds and carcinogens, which irritate the respiratory tract. Long-term inhalation can cause symptoms such as coughing and asthma, and increase the risk of chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, lung cancer, etc.

● In terms of the cardiovascular system , nicotine, a common ingredient in e-cigarette liquid, is addictive. It increases blood pressure and heart rate, causes blood vessel constriction and thickening of blood vessel walls, increases the risk of atherosclerosis, and may lead to heart attacks and strokes.

● The immune system will be suppressed, the body’s ability to resist pathogens will be reduced, and it will be more susceptible to invasion and infection.

● The reproductive system is affected. Animal experiments and studies have shown that e-cigarette ingredients may affect sperm quality and interfere with endocrine system, which is particularly harmful to adolescents and pregnant women.

● Oral health is also affected. Using e-cigarettes can cause gingivitis, tooth staining, and bad breath. Long-term use may also increase the risk of oral cancer.

Experts call for

Electronic cigarettes are not a healthy alternative to traditional cigarettes, so don’t be misled! It is strongly recommended that teenagers and pregnant women stay away from tobacco!

Rumor 2:

Nicotine only causes addiction and has no effect on the body

The truth: Nicotine is a highly addictive substance that is extremely harmful to the human body.

● In terms of the nervous system , nicotine quickly reaches the brain after entering the human body, binds to nicotine acetylcholine receptors, and releases dopamine to bring short-term pleasure. However, long-term intake is particularly harmful to the developing brain of adolescents, changing neural circuits, leading to inattention and decreased learning ability, and may also cause mental disorders such as anxiety and depression.

● In terms of the cardiovascular system , it increases blood pressure and heart rate, increases the burden on the heart, damages vascular endothelial cells, promotes platelet aggregation, increases the risk of thrombosis, and easily causes coronary heart disease, myocardial infarction, etc.

● The respiratory system is also affected. Nicotine irritates the respiratory tract, reduces resistance, and makes people susceptible to respiratory infections and chronic obstructive pulmonary disease. It is also related to a variety of cancers such as lung cancer and bladder cancer, which seriously threatens life and health. Experts call for

Everyone should fully understand the addictiveness and harm of nicotine, and stay away from nicotine-containing products. Existing users should actively seek professional help, develop a scientific smoking cessation plan, and get rid of nicotine's control as soon as possible.

Rumor 3:

Electronic cigarettes can help people quit smoking, so you can use them with confidence

The truth: "E-cigarettes can help quit smoking" is absolutely a lie, don't believe it!

Although e-cigarettes do not contain some harmful substances such as tar produced by the burning of traditional cigarettes, they are not a reliable tool for quitting smoking and are also harmful. Nicotine in e-cigarette liquid is an addictive substance that makes people dependent on it and difficult to quit. It also contains various harmful substances. Long-term inhalation can cause damage to the respiratory system, cardiovascular system, etc., and increase the risk of cancer. After many people tried using e-cigarettes, their addiction to smoking did not decrease. On the contrary, due to the diversity of e-cigarettes and the seemingly more "relaxed" usage scenarios, their nicotine intake increased unknowingly. Experts call for

The general public must recognize the truth. E-cigarettes are by no means a good way to quit smoking. Do not be misled. Stay away from e-cigarettes, choose scientific and standardized ways to quit smoking, and protect your own health.

References:

1. WHO Report on the Global Tobacco Epidemic 2021

2. WHO Report on the Global Tobacco Epidemic 2023

3. China Smoking Health Hazards Report 2020

4. State Tobacco Monopoly Administration’s “Electronic Cigarette Management Measures”

/Health Science> Contributor: Lin Benxiang, Health Education Promotion Institute, Fujian Provincial Center for Disease Control and Prevention

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