Vaping vs. Cigarettes: Which is the Lesser of Two Evils?
How many times have you tried to quit smoking but failed? Well, you’re not alone. Approximately 7 of 10 smokers say they want to stop. Smoking cessation is one of the best things you can do for your health and immune system. Does vaping cause the same harm though? Spoiler alert: they are both bad. However, the advent of vaping devices has put us in the middle of a debate – vaping vs. cigarettes: which one is the lesser of the two evils? Vaping vs. Cigarettes In recent years, there has been an increase in vaping, particularly among cigarette smokers who want to transition away from smoking. However, another vulnerable group has been targeted by tobacco companies and is now caught up in vape culture – teens and young adults. According to Michael Blaha, M.D., M.P.H., clinical research director at the Johns Hopkins Ciccarone Center for the Prevention of Heart Disease, vaping products are more popular than regular cigarettes product among youth. What is Vaping? Vaping refers to electroni