Do you feel more healthy with e-cigarettes?

[perkele]

Hi!

Just stumbled upon this e-cigarette thing through an internet ad, and here I am to ask questions.
I'm quite a heavy smoker sometimes (it varies from 15 a day to maybe 30 or even 35), and the addiction makes me sick. I'm almost constantly ill with sore bronchi and my lung capacity is on a subterranean level (I always notice that I can breathe so much better when I occasionally try to quit and reduce my cigarette consumption).
I have tried to quit many times. Just right now I'm on Zyban. It did help to reduce my tobacco consumption. And after gradually increasing the intervals between two cigarettes I was at 20 hours. But then I was craving so much that I broke the pattern and smoked one again after just 16 hours. And over that I was so disappointed that I smoked some more... and more. And so I gave up quitting once again. Still taking the Zyban though because I notice its antidepressant effect and that it makes it easier to smoke less at least (but makes me sweat at night and deprives me of sleep).
So, the main reason for me wanting to quit is my ill health. But somehow I feel that that's impossible and now I'm thinking about trying e-cigarettes, because I think I might feel more healthy with that. Is that assumption justifiedt? Or do you e-smokers still cough and breathe heavily?
And is e-smoke actually cheaper than real smoke? I see all those signatures stating the amount of saved money from changing to e-cigarettes, but somehow I can't believe it. I pay about 6 € for a pack of tobacco and papers and filters and that lasts for about 3 to 4 days on average I think. And I'm in Finland. So I cannot buy e-cigarettes here but only order them from whichever country I can order them from. What do you pay for your addiction?

Regards
perkele

 

[vjnnc]

I"m still a bit of a newbie, but it's been more than 60 days since I've smoked a real cigarette. I ordered the e-cigarette and alternated between the two for a couple of weeks - and before long found the taste of cigarettes to be nasty and was irritated (annoyed) by the smoke.

I didn't have any desire or intent to quit cigarettes - but that's what happened; I feel MUCH much better too. I can breathe much easier, I smell things I hadn't smelled before, food tastes MUCH better and I'm saving money.

The cost of a fairly decent e-cigarette was less than the cost of a carton of cigarettes (10 packs), and it lasts much longer.

You'll have to fiddle with it some and get past the learning curve, but once you get it - you got it.

Take the chance, it might just save your life.

Be well.

 

[Nestran]

I personally do not feel any better but also keep in mind that I was struggling 3 weeks into a cold quit when I switched so my lack of feeling better has nothing to do with e-cigs, I just never really felt permanent effects from smoking.

I CAN tell you that I can now e smoke and then do stuff right away and not get winded.

Analog habit was 6 dollars a day, e habit is probably 50 dollars a month estimated as I am new and guessing on liquid usage and hardware failure.

Even in the worst case scenarios you would be hard pressed to approach analog expenses and even if you did, who cares? You are healthier.

Nestran

 

[Satyr]

First of all, e-gics are way cheaper in the fact that they won't cost you your life, which I assume is something you value since you are trying to quit. I live in the states and was rolling my own as well. As far as money is concerned, I'm still saving vs. doing that. With the recent smoking ban in my state, I already wasn't able to smoke as much because I couldn't do it at work. As much as I hated the law, it really did make me cut back. So I've gradually been cutting back for some time. I just started using e-cigs about 3 1/2 weeks ago and have only had one real smoke since then. And guess what? It tasted horrible.

As far as health benefits, you will certainly not notice anything right away. But from the moment of your last smoke, your lungs automatically try to start healing themselves. It's not like you will have a surge of sudden energy hit you like a Mac truck. But, every that I don't have a cigarette, I do feel a litle better. I can smell things better, food tastes better, I sleep better, and I breathe better.

As far as the initial cost, $50-$60 will get your foot in the door. I'm about $300 into it and have enough to last me well over a year. I'd say it's worth a shot for you to try it. It's the only thing I've ever used that has helped me quit.

 

[jsimpson71]

Throw me in with the group that feels a little better, smells things better and tastes things better. Although I've not smoked an analog in over two weeks I can feel a HUGE difference. Maybe it's just a psychological effect because I'm not as self-conscious as I was when I smoked analogs in the sense that I don't have to worry about my clothing smelling bad or my breath reeking of tobacco. My children no longer fuss or make faces at me and I can vape in my home instead of having to go outside, and smoke in my vehicle instead of having to stop and smoke outside the vehicle when we are traveling. Just M2C.
~Jenn

 

[Napir]

I've only been vaping for a few weeks now, but I can include myself with the above posters. I have to say, being able to smell things again is a mixed blessing. (My dog really really needs a bath!) No more hacking and coughing in the morning is a bonus too.

I also have to say it was the cost that interested me the most, or should I say the lack of cost. Almost $9/pack of Marlboro's where I am in the U.S., and $9/day versus an exaggerated $20/week will pay me back fairly quickly for the investment of the kit and liquid I have purchased ($100). Which should see me through 5 weeks easily enough. I'm estimating $20/week, it may be less than that, just depends on how much I vape.

The benefits alone have been worth it! I didn't start down this path to quit smoking, just being cheap frugal.

P.S. I can't smoke tobacco cigarettes anymore, just not what they used to be, taste way too nasty to me now. Haven't tried a pipe but I think it will be the same.

 

[tiffytiff]

yes i feel better, only been vaping for 10 days, already the wheezing is gone, and i havent had to reach for my inhaler since i started.

no regrets here worth every penny

 

[Kate51]

In a nutshell, you don't hold a candle to many of us, no offense. I smoked 2-3 packs a day of "light" 100's, and as a smoker of 44 years, I was literally puffing my way into oblivion. The Tax hike just pushed me over the edge, I ordered an electronic cigarette as a "last chance" move. I was determined to make a change. I did. From day one, I was totally 100% free of tobacco cigarettes. No more wheezing, bronchitis, sinus infections, dark circles and petrified skin, stinking from cigarettes. All gone. In about 2 1/2 weeks I will be smoke free for 6 months, and must say it was easier than I ever imagined or dreamed of. Ridiculously easy. I vaped 24mg/ml liquid for 2 months, then bumped it back by 25% to 18mg/ml, with no withdrawal, no fuss. None. Go for it. You will not miss the sensation of "clean" that you will notice, from day one.

 

[wezzie]

Been vaping for 12.5 weeks and off the Advair Diskus, no wheezing (wow), more energy, and no stinky smells on my clothes, hair, etc. Not to mention...self pride for not smoking analogs anymore, though vaping made it soooo easy.

 

[Superstargoddess]

Only been smoking one for about 8 hours now and haven't coughed like I did with analogs. Keep in mind that my last cig was right before the PV came in the mail today. My room smells better already.

And another thing, I just dropped my PV in my lap and I don't have to worry about burning the crap out of myself anymore! When I was driving the other day I dropped a real cig somehow in the center by the gearshift and almost crapped my pants. Lots of reasons to feel better with a PV!

The amount that you say you smoke really isn't that bad. I met a woman at the gas station the other day who said that she by herself smokes like 4 cartons a week or more, something crazy like that.

 

[stressmama]

I've been vaping for a week tonight and I've stopped the morning coughing altogether. I seem to have more energy...but that may be psychological. My lungs started clearing within 24 hours. I am thrilled I made the change! The most amazing part is I haven't had any cravings for analogs.

I believe it will be cheaper in the long run for me. Right now I'm still trying out various nic juices, so I'm still spending money. I spent $150 and have enough hardware to last 6 months or so.

I smoked 15-20 analogs a day for 30 years and don't miss them at all!

 

[Superstargoddess]

I've been vaping for a week tonight and I've stopped the morning coughing altogether. I seem to have more energy...but that may be psychological. My lungs started clearing within 24 hours. I am thrilled I made the change! The most amazing part is I haven't had any cravings for analogs.

I believe it will be cheaper in the long run for me. Right now I'm still trying out various nic juices, so I'm still spending money. I spent $150 and have enough hardware to last 6 months or so.

I smoked 15-20 analogs a day for 30 years and don't miss them at all!

I'm going to have to get the extra hardware as I go. As soon as 1 of my 2 in the set go out, I will get another backup. I know that replacement parts aren't too expensive, but I just can't buy a bunch of backup stuff right now.

 

[ztsd]

New research suggests that nicotine treatment protects against the same type of brain damage that occurs in Parkinson’s disease. The research was conducted in laboratory animals treated with MPTP, an agent that produces a gradual loss of brain function characteristic of Parkinson’s. Experimental animals receiving chronic administration of nicotine over a period of six months had 25 percent less damage from the MPTP treatment than those not receiving nicotine.

This protective effect may explain the lower incidence of Parkinson’s disease among smokers. The results also suggest that nicotine may be useful as a potential therapy in the treatment of early-stage Parkinson’s patients.

The five-year study was conducted by researchers at The Parkinson’s Institute, an independent, non-profit research institute located in Sunnyvale, California. The study results are published in an on-line early release in the Journal of Neurochemistry

However, studies conducted over the last 40 years show that the incidence of Parkinson’s disease is about 50 percent less in smokers than in the general population.

Well kept secret...

 

[ztsd]

Only been smoking one for about 8 hours now and haven't coughed like I did with analogs. Keep in mind that my last cig was right before the PV came in the mail today. My room smells better already.

Congratulations on starting!

My Janty Stick was shipped a week ago and came in last Friday. I wasn't expecting it so fast. My hat is off to Janty. So, I have only been vaping for five days. The analogs started to taste bad after three days and today I only had one analog.

I can't believe how fast that happened as I have been smoking for 44 years, as high as 3 pk a day. I did cut down to about 1+ pk recently but have missed the extra cigs. Now I know for certain that the Feds will outlaw e-cigs, the tobacco industry and pharmaceutical companies (not to mention lost tax revenues) will seal the outcome.

Hopefully, I'll be off nicotine before that happens.

 

[SogladIquit]

Also no regrets from me. Up to 2 packs/day after 33 yrs. @ 7.00 each... had to make a break! Yes, there is significant investment to find the "ideal" replacement kit for the analogs. Still, not looking back after nearly 5 months. I have alot invested in kits, parts, liquid, etc.... still looking for my supreme replacement. Though I haven't regretted NOT stepping into my smokeshop since my first kit came back in March. And what I've spent can't compare to my analog addiction at the same rate I was smoking.

I breathe better, don't hack up half a greenish-black lung each morning, even can take the steps and walk. If the FDA has a problem with this, they can kiss my backside.

 

[ztsd]

Hi!

Just stumbled upon this e-cigarette thing through an internet ad, and here I am to ask questions.

I'm quite a heavy smoker sometimes (it varies from 15 a day to maybe 30 or even 35), and the addiction makes me sick. I'm almost constantly ill with sore bronchi and my lung capacity is on a subterranean level (I always notice that I can breathe so much better when I occasionally try to quit and reduce my cigarette consumption).

I have tried to quit many times. Just right now I'm on Zyban. It did help to reduce my tobacco consumption. And after gradually increasing the intervals between two cigarettes I was at 20 hours. But then I was craving so much that I broke the pattern and smoked one again after just 16 hours. And over that I was so disappointed that I smoked some more... and more. And so I gave up quitting once again. Still taking the Zyban though because I notice its antidepressant effect and that it makes it easier to smoke less at least (but makes me sweat at night and deprives me of sleep).

So, the main reason for me wanting to quit is my ill health. But somehow I feel that that's impossible and now I'm thinking about trying e-cigarettes, because I think I might feel more healthy with that. Is that assumption justifiedt? Or do you e-smokers still cough and breathe heavily?

And is e-smoke actually cheaper than real smoke? I see all those signatures stating the amount of saved money from changing to e-cigarettes, but somehow I can't believe it. I pay about 6 € for a pack of tobacco and papers and filters and that lasts for about 3 to 4 days on average I think. And I'm in Finland. So I cannot buy e-cigarettes here but only order them from whichever country I can order them from. What do you pay for your addiction?

Welcome to the world of e-cigs. Don't hesitate, do your research here then when you know what you want and why, jump in with both feet.

I was a serious smoker for 44 years, up to three pks a day. When I heard about the e-cig, I figured I'd give it a try as nothing else has worked. I actually approached this as not trying to quit, but to help cut back. After only five days I have gone from a pk+ down to one analog today. I can't believe how easy it was. Now I can smoke anywhere! What a thrill.


So, don't worry about quitting and just think of this as a way to take care of your nicotine cravings when you can't smoke. That's worth the price of admission alone. BTW, do you include the price of your Zyban in your calculations? Then estimate the cost of "makes me sweat at night and deprives me of sleep."

I have only been vapping for 5 days and I feel MUCH better.

Please give it a shot, you will be so happy you did it. Just think of all the people here and all the posts. How many say it didn't work and they quit?


Best of luck to both of us!

 

[Reillj]

I can breathe again.

I can breathe out of BOTH nostrils at once.

I can breathe when I wake up in the morning.

I can breathe after I walk up a flight of stairs.

I can SING again.

I can sing to my kids when I put them to bed.

I can sing an entire song without coughing my lungs out of my chest.

I can get up in front of people at a coffee house and sing an entire set.


Vaping is the best thing I have ever done for myself.

 

[ProtoType]

Instead of giving you a long text to read let me summarize beforehand:

(1) You will save MAD money! Mad = TONS!
(2) It will be awesome. The flavors are awesome (most are).
(3) You will breathe better.
(4) You will not be succumbed to the addiction.
(5) You will be FREE!

Here is a link to my popular thread I started. Read it at your convenience. Also, good luck on whatever you decide.

http://www.e-cigarette-forum.com/fo...32-do-you-jones-vape-like-you-did-analog.html

 

[yoshimi]

I was a tobacco smoker and I have to admit the savings aren't that great, I was paying about £30 a month for tobacco, however if I use juice, and make my own flavours, I have worked out I can save £10-£15 a month, so cut my expense in half. More than that though after a week I have stopped coughing as much, and my sense of smell has come back, that just adds to the saving for me!

 

[Amy]

I definately feel healthier. Most of that is due to losing the "smokers cough". I would cough so harshly at times that I wasn't able to catch my breath and would gasp for air, my eyes would water and turn blood shot, my head would pound, my rib cage would feel sore, often times I thought if I coughed one more time something was going to break or pop. Sometimes I couldn't sleep and would often wake up coughing violently. That's completely gone and has been since shortly after I stopped smoking/started vaping.

My sense of smell has improved, for better or worse (some things I'd prefer not to smell so well). I felt like my energy level had improved initially, but that has either subsided or become unnoticable.