Pure Foolishness

[russdall]

I smoked cigarettes for 40 years, pack and a half a day. I tried patches, pills, gums and even hypnoses. None of the mentioned, help me with my life long addition to cigarettes. Then I found e cigs and have never looked back. These devices are truly saving lives. I don't understand why the world promotes a dangerous substance like tobacco, but is so hesitant to promote a device that could save and or improve, so many lives. Just doesn't make sense.

 

[klynnn]

I agree completely. Best thing I've done. Welcome to the forum.

 

[Kanj.nguyen]

Because tobacco companies have far more money and influence than e-cig companies.

 

[forg1vn]

because tobacco companies are loosing money and so is the government, about 75% ish of cigarette cost is taxes

 

[StainlessB8]

I'm in the same boat only I have been smoking for 20+ years. Only last week did I try mu first E-cig and I loved it. I'm still in a transition but I can see myself smoking these over cigarettes.

 

[StevesCVO]

Welcome to the forum. It's all about the money. BT and BP companies are loosing millions every day so they spread their propoganda. They've spent a lot of money lobbying to get ecigs banned or taxed to the point it would be cheaper to smoke. I'm not sure the medical community isn't in on it too. How much do they have to loose investing in equipment to treat cancer?

 

[Thomasis]

Agreed with everything posted above me. It's always about the money. Buy your juices now before it get taxed!
Just be prepared, we all know it's coming sooner or later.

 

[Vapoor eyes er]

Yep it's all bout $$$$ for those that already have too much. If you want to make a difference we encourage everyone to join CASAA - The Consumer Advocates for Smoke-free Alternatives Association

Support Those That Support Us

 

[DuckysBooBoo]

Welcome to the forum......Totally Agree!! I too, smoked for over fourty years and quit the day I received my first PV.
Saved my life!! Congrats and Good Luck to you!!!!!!!!

 

[Statistic]

Speaking of stocking up on juice... what's the shelf life on e-liquid?

And to me, the US government is appalling. How sad is it that our medical system is essentially a commercial industry?

I came across this clip from an upcoming tv series, looks like it may be a good one..
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Zabb3fxGTPk&feature=youtube_gdata_player

 

[Cool_Breeze]

Welcome to the forum. It's all about the money. BT and BP companies are loosing millions every day so they spread their propoganda. They've spent a lot of money lobbying to get ecigs banned or taxed to the point it would be cheaper to smoke. I'm not sure the medical community isn't in on it too. How much do they have to loose investing in equipment to treat cancer?

Can you provide supporting documentation of the above bold statement?

 

[gearjunky]

i heard shelf life on average is 1 to 2 years depending how/where you store the liquids....i too believe that ecigs (vaping) is a life-saver. i am now smoke free for one month now after smoking the stinkies for 36 years....i love vaping....Rock On !!!

 

[HyunSun]

Although new to vaping, my lungs are a lot clearer after getting off analogs, and I only smoked 8-12 cigs a day before quitting. The long term effects of vaping are yet unknown, but I can't see them being half as bad as the real deal with their 3000 or so chemical blends.

 

[EddardinWinter]

Well he may not be able to document part of it. BT has actually entered the world of vaping with Altria funding a study through their subsidiary Consumer Opinion Center here in Richmond on vape flavors just recently. I think RJR has already invested in Blu. I suppose Altria is planning a similar move if they are getting this research done. So BT may be an ally in the fight to come. Which is good for vaping, IMHO.

BP would be a likely enemy of vaping. I cannot document that, however.

 

[El_tecolote]

Welcome to the forum! Congrats and never look back!

 

[StevesCVO]

Can you provide supporting documentation of the above bold statement?

Phillip-Morris was pushing the legislation here in Oklahoma that passed the state house but not the senate. They wanted the nic in ejuice taxed to death like tobacco. I think the were also behind the legislation that didn't pass in Utah. I may be mistaken about Utah but it was one of the BT companies lobbying for it.

 

[Danup]

Agree all about the money

 

[dana0069]

Hi, I'm new to the forum, and I as well, have smoked for 40 years, have tried pills, patch, gum etc..this is my last hope...I really need to quit. If the tobacco don't kill me, my wife is going to...lol

 

[wandawag]

welcome to all the newbys on this thread. and congrats for getting off the stinkies, no matter what you use to do it. glad to see vaping saving so many lives.

 

[hottierockstar]

hi wanda

i agree...best thing ever. 7 days analog free (after 30 years from first to last) without even trying

i am over here vaping my head off today..not because i am wanting to smoke but because i do want to vape LOL