Are electronic shisha (e-cigarettes) harmful? We examine why they are said to be harmless, based on their ingredients and structure.

Good evening,Heated cigarette blogger Genki (@MOQLOG_JP)It is.

Today, I am not comfortable with the term "e-shisha" for electronic cigarettes, but with the e-shisha boom, people who have never smoked cigarettes before are starting to do so, and I would like to explain some common topics.

Quite frankly,E-shisha(in Japanese history)electronic cigaretteTo.harmIs there aThis is the story.
*The electronic shisha referred to in this article refers to the disposable type.

Although "electronic".shishabe beyond one's controlTobacco ProductsThis is a topic of concern to those who have never smoked cigarettes before, as it is one of the

This article will clear up any such confusion, so if you are curious, we hope you will stay with us until the end.

Is electronic shisha a cigarette?

Before explaining the harms of electronic shisha, we first need to know what kind of product is electronic shisha? We need to know that.

Electronic shisha contains a liquid with a flavor or aroma inside, which is vaporized by heating it, and the flavor or aroma on the vapor is enjoyed.

This is because the liquid contained inside contains no nicotine,It's called an electronic shisha, but it's not exactlyNot a tobacco product.

These products have been around for a long time and have you ever heard of them? They are called electronic cigarettes or vapes.

In other words,Electronic shisha is completely different from shishaAnd it is rather the same product as an e-cigarette or vape.

What is "shisha" and how does it differ from electronic shisha?

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shishais also known as "hookahIt is one of the tobacco products known as "tobacco products," in which flavored tobacco leaves are burned in a clay top and the smoke generated is dipped into water and then smoked.

Compared to cigarettes, many are flavored with fruit and other ingredients,Because the smoke is passed through water, it is light in nicotine and tar.

The oriental atmosphere makes it popular among women, and shisha bars and shisha cafes where shisha can be smoked are gaining popularity.

Electronic shisha is similar only in that you can enjoy fruit flavors, which are completely different from the structure to what you are smoking.

Harms of Electronic Shisha (Electronic Cigarette)

Harmfulness of TobaccoSpeaking of,three major toxic substancesIt is said that "nicotine"tar"carbon monoxideThree of the "3.

First, let's talk about these three toxic substances,E-shishaand the realshisha, ,cigarette, ,Heated tobaccoWe compared four types of

Please refer to the following information, which introduces the harmfulness of each on a scale of 0 or X, as well as the reasons for the harmfulness of each.

Harmfulness of Electronic Shisha (Electronic Cigarette): What about Nicotine?

tobacco classification	Harmful effects of nicotine
E-shisha	nashi (Pyrus pyrifolia, esp. var. culta)
shisha	some
cigarette	ant
Heated tobacco	ant

Because the liquid from which the vapor of an electronic shisha (e-cigarette) is derived contains no nicotine, electronic shisha has zero harmful effects from nicotine.

Because the authentic shisha passes the generated smoke through water, it is said to contain slightly less nicotine than paper cigarettes.

In addition, not to mention cigarettes, heated cigarettes such as Icos also contain as much nicotine as cigarettes, so is there any harm caused by nicotine? If you ask me, there is 100%.

Harmfulness of E-Shisha (Electronic Cigarette): What about tar?

tobacco classification	Toxicity due to tar
E-shisha	nashi (Pyrus pyrifolia, esp. var. culta)
shisha	some
cigarette	ant
Heated tobacco	almost never

Tar is a toxic substance that is produced when things are burned or incompletely combusted, so electronic shisha (e-cigarettes), which do not burn, do not produce any tar.

As with nicotine, shisha also produces tar because tobacco leaves are burned, but it is reduced by passing it through water.

Heated cigarettes, like e-shisha and e-cigarettes, do not burn tobacco leaves, but it is known that some tobacco leaves burn incompletely when heated, resulting in the production of some tar.

Toxicity of Electronic Shisha (Electronic Cigarette): What about Carbon Monoxide?

tobacco classification	Toxicity due to carbon monoxide
E-shisha	nashi (Pyrus pyrifolia, esp. var. culta)
shisha	May inhale in large quantities
cigarette	Occurrence.
Heated tobacco	almost never

Carbon monoxide is also a toxic substance that is produced when things are burned, so carbon monoxide is not produced in electronic shisha (e-cigarettes), which only heat liquids with the power of electricity.

Shisha produces the same amount of carbon monoxide as paper cigarettes, but due to the nature of shisha, there is a risk of inhaling more carbon monoxide than with paper cigarettes due to the longer smoking time.

As for heated cigarettes, like tar, they generate very little (not zero)

Summary of Harmful Effects of Electronic Shisha (Electronic Cigarette)

Compared to authentic shisha, cigarettes and heated cigarettes,We hope you have learned that the toxicity of electronic shisha (e-cigarettes) is quite low.

Electronic shisha (e-cigarettes) do not use tobacco leaves, which produce nicotine, but simply heat a liquid made from flavoring and other ingredients, so they do not produce any of the toxic substances often associated with tobacco products.

Example,When you make hot water with a water heater, you know the steam will come out of the spout, and it's like you're breathing it in.So there is no tobacco-specific toxicity.

But, with the current water heater analogy,Now you are wondering what is in that liquid.Please continue.

Ingredients of Electronic Shisha (Electronic Cigarette) Liquid

As I explained at the beginning of this article, electronic shisha or e-cigarettes heat the liquid contained in them and inhale the vapor produced, which tastes and smells like sweet fruit.

Then I would be concerned,What is this liquid?That is to say.

If the liquid to be heated is harmful, it is dangerous to smoke it... So now we will explain the composition of the liquid.

The liquid in an electronic shisha (e-cigarette) is made up of three components

Both e-shisha and e-cigarettes contain the same liquid inside, and what is different is the "flavoring" and "aroma".

This liquid is called "liquid," and its three main components are

The following is an explanation of what each of these components is.

Ingredients for electronic shisha (e-cigarette): propylene glycol

Abbreviated as PG, it is clear and colorless and has no taste or aroma.

Because it is very weakly toxic and has almost no effect on the human body, this ingredient is used in a variety of everyday products, such as rice balls, cosmetics, and fresh noodles.

It can dissolve fragrances and is used for flavoring and scenting.

Ingredients of electronic shisha (e-cigarette): Vegetable glycerin

Abbreviated as VG, it is mainly obtained from coconuts and is characterized by its viscous and sweet taste.

Like PG, it has very low toxicity, and since it is originally contained in the human body, it is widely used in daily life not only as a food additive but also in medical products and cosmetics.

The higher the percentage of VG, the greater the vapor production, and in recent years, VG has accounted for 50% to 70% of the liquid.

Ingredients of electronic shisha (e-cigarette): Flavoring

Flavoring is used to flavor and aromatize the vapor produced, and actually contains only about 51 TP3T of the total liquid.

It is difficult to say what kind of flavors are used, as they vary from manufacturer to manufacturer, but basically they are those found in juices and foods that have no effect on the human body.

Since this flavor compound is the deciding factor in taste and aroma, it is not disclosed anywhere, but it is said to be non-toxic, even due to its low content.

Summary of Electronic Shisha (Electronic Cigarette) Liquid Ingredients

How was it?We hope you have learned that the ingredients you are inhaling are also very safe.

The main ingredients of e-shisha and e-cigarette liquids are all things that we consume in our daily lives, so much so that we would not be able to live our lives if we said they were dangerous.

Structurally, it does not produce toxic substances like tobacco products, and moreover, the ingredients that are inhaled as vapor itself have no effect on the human body...in other words,Electronic shisha (e-cigarettes) are harmlessThat is to say.

So, it is something you can use with confidence!

Important talk about electronic shisha (e-cigarettes)

As we told you that electronic shisha (e-cigarettes) are not tobacco products and are safe, here are a few small stories related to this.

Please do not bother others with the mistake of thinking that it is not a cigarette... and the worst case scenario is that you will be made to pay for it.

If not cigarettes, can minors buy electronic shisha (e-cigarettes)?

It is certainly not a tobacco product,Law on the Prohibition of Minors SmokingMinors cannot buy, although it is sometimes thought that this does not conflict with the

Since smoking cigarettes is a form of smoking itself and can be a gateway to tobacco smoking, manufacturers have voluntarily banned the sale of cigarettes to minors.

That's right, if underage smokers get into trouble, it will be a big problem for the entire industry... So, as with tobacco products, smoke only after you turn 20 years old.

If not cigarettes, can electronic shisha (e-cigarettes) be smoked outside of smoking areas?

This is also often misunderstood, just like not selling to minors,Even though they are not technically cigarettes, they can only be smoked in smoking areas or where smoking is permitted.

However, what still makes it popular is that it can be smoked in the room.
*If the family OKs it..........................

The three main reasons why cigarettes cannot be smoked at home are odor, secondhand smoke, and yarn stains, but electronic shisha and e-cigarettes tend to be more easily understood by family members because at least there is no secondhand smoke and yarn stains.

Electronic shisha sold in Japan

When I looked on amazon and Rakuten, I found a mountain of hits when I searched for "disposable + electronic shisha" instead of these... I picked up products that I thought were well-known, but even a cursory glance revealed about 50 different products being sold.

However,I am pushing a product called VAPENGIN.

I have smoked air minis and littles,To put it bluntly, the difference in taste is almost heaven and earth.

The design is also very stylish. I would like to encourage those who were disappointed with the design to give it a try.

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Summary of the harms of electronic shisha (e-cigarettes)

Electronic shisha (e-cigarettes) do not contain nicotine, which is a little insufficient for me as a smoker, but in terms of safety, they are quite excellent.

The vape engine introduced at the end of this article tastes surprisingly good, and you can enjoy the strange sensation of smoking a juice.

It is also effective in reducing smoking, etc. If you like or are interested in electronic shisha, please give it a try!

See you then.