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NICOTINE VAPING AND POUCHES
Oral nicotine pouches contain flavored nicotine powder instead of tobacco leaf.
Since there is no tobacco, the FDA does not regulate or restrict them as a smokeless tobacco product.
— Nicotine pouches still contain nicotine, which is harmful to young people in any form.
— Oral nicotine pouches are now the second most used tobacco product among middle and high school students, following e-cigarettes and vaping devices.
— Nicotine use during adolescence can disrupt the formation of brain circuits that control attention, learning, and susceptibility to addiction.
— E-cigarettes deliver a high level of nicotine very quickly. Each vape pod or disposable vape product can contain as much nicotine as a pack of cigarettes. And just so you know, nicotine is one of the most addictive substances along with heroin and cocaine.
— Research shows that teens who have vaped are almost four times as likely to go on to smoke traditional cigarettes.
— You want to do your best in sports, and vaping may lead to lung inflammation (irritation), which can make it harder to do well in sports.
— Vaping is expensive! The cost of the cartridges over time starts to add up. Instead, you could spend that money on other things you need or enjoy.
Resources:
www.truthinitiative.org (what is Zyn and Oral Nicotine Pouches)
www.truthinitiative.org (benefits of quitting smoking or vaping nicotine)
For help and more information, contact:
Lauren McArdle, Ph.D., District 95 at 847-540-4973
or Sara Marx, LCPC, NCC, Ela Township at 847-540-8380
