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Smoke, no smoke – what’s the difference?

If someone asked you what makes smoking so harmful, would you say nicotine?

 

Many would, and that’s because there’s a widespread misconception about the role of nicotine. Although nicotine is addictive and not risk-free, the fact is that the high levels of harmful chemicals are the main cause of smoking-related diseases—not nicotine. 

 

Find out more about the problem with burning and smoke, and dispel the many myths about nicotine, tar, and smoke-free alternatives, below.

Burning & Smoke

Get the facts about burning and what makes smoke-free alternatives a better choice for smokers who don’t quit.

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Nicotine

Separate fact from fiction and get well informed on what nicotine is and what it’s not.

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Tar

You’ve probably heard about tar before. Do you know why it’s not used as a measurement for smoke-free alternatives?

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Myth busting smoke-free alternatives

Dispel the many myths around smoke-free alternatives that can prevent smokers from making a better choice. 

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