Public Health England have said and maintain that e-cigarettes are 95% less harmful than smoking cigarettes. Since e-cigarettes do not release the same toxins (tar and carbon monoxide) as when tobacco is burned in a cigarette, they are a much safer alternative to smoking whilst continuing to provide a nicotine hit.

Although nicotine is an addictive substance and it is not un-common to hear people discussing the dangers of nicotine consumption, it is important to understand these claims. With this latest article, we want to reassure you that nicotine consumption through vaping is harmless, and this is a much safer method for satisfying your nicotine cravings than puffing on a cigarette.

Is there such thing as too much nicotine?

Over the years discussions around the dangers of nicotine led to a demonisation of this substance, but an exact lethal dose of nicotine has been relatively undetermined. Leading to much debate within the community, amongst professors, scientists, and other health experts.

On its own nicotine is not cancer causing nor is it excessively harmful. Since its association with tobacco products, it has earnt itself a bad reputation. Although it is still an addictive substance, many are now working to reverse these negative opinions, explaining that nicotine ‘could be as benign as the caffeine many of us get from a morning coffee.’

Nicotine within E-liquids

Nicotine consumption through inhaling an e-liquid is safe but you may experience some side effects if you consume too much nicotine in one sitting. This includes feelings of nausea and headaches. This may occur if you have been vaping for several hours and it is your body’s way of telling you to take a break.

If you experience these symptoms regularly whilst vaping, you may simply need to change the nicotine strength of your e-liquid. Not only do our range of e-liquids come in a range of great flavours but are available in a variety of nicotine strengths too. So, you can choose the ideal nicotine strength for you.  

Nicotine facts you probably didn’t know

Below are some interesting nicotine facts you may have never heard before…

• Nicotiana tabacum, comes from the nightshade family. Red peppers, eggplant, tomatoes, and potatoes are examples of the nightshade family
• Some studies suggest that nicotine may improve memory and concentration.
• Nicotine is both a sedative and a stimulant
• Consuming nicotine is also linked to feelings of euphoria and a sensation of being relaxed
• Nicotine can reduce levels of anxiety

Safe vaping

There are very few dangers associated with nicotine consumption when vaping. However, you should take the risks of children or pets consuming nicotine seriously.

When vaping and using e-cigarettes, your e-liquids must be kept out of reach from children and animals, where they may be able to digest the liquid or have this come into contact with their skin.  

Satisfy your nicotine cravings without the toxins

By choosing to vape instead of smoking cigarettes, you will be satisfying your nicotine cravings in a much safer way for your body. Without the presence of tobacco smoke, you will not be exposing yourself to harmful toxins which have been directly linked to the causes of cancer, heart disease, stroke, lung diseases and more. When vaping, it is important you do so by following the guidelines of the products you are using, to ensure you are vaping safely. If you need some guidance, check out our vaping FAQs.