27/04/2025
The lungs of a 24-year-old man who switched from ci******es to va**ng, believing it was a safer choice. 3 years later, he tragically passed away from bronchiolitis obliterans—also known as “popcorn lung”—a condition where the small airways become inflamed, scarred, and permanently damaged due to inhaling toxic chemicals.
What’s in ni****ne v**e aerosols?
•Propylene glycol & glycerin (the primary base liquids in e-ci******es). When heated, they can break down into toxic compounds such as👇🏽
•Formaldehyde (a known carcinogen)
•Acrolein (a toxic chemical that can damage & scar lung tissue)
•Pulegone (carcinogenic compound found in mint & menthol flavorings)
NOTE: It was banned by the FDA as a food additive due to cancer risk in animal studies.
•Arsenic (a toxic heavy metal) have been found in some e-liquids and aerosols, likely from contamination during production.
•Nitrosamines (tobacco-specific nitrosamines) are potent carcinogens.
These harmful and carcinogenic substances are even worse when the liquid is heated and inhaled. The specific levels and risks can vary by product, but long-term inhalation is a health concern, especially for youth.
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- Clean be Whole
📷: ctto
