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TMC MP Saugata Roy was seen smoking e-cigarette in the Parliament complex, sparking debate at both political and health levels. BJP MPs objected to this incident. E-cigarettes are often considered a “safer alternative,” but are they really safe for health?
Recently, TMC MP Saugata Roy was seen smoking e-cigarette in the Parliament complex, which has sparked debate these days at both political and health levels. Although BJP MPs have protested against this in Parliament, but when it comes to health, it seems necessary to resolve the controversy. In fact, Some people believe that e-cigarettes are a “safe alternative” to smoking, while some consider it dangerous for health. When we talked to the doctor on this subject, the information was shocking. Doctors say that e-cigarettes contain some chemicals which have a very bad effect on health.
How safe is e-cigarette for health?
Dr M Wali, Senior Consultant Medicine, Gangaram Hospital says E-cigarettes contain nicotine and ultrafine particles, which can directly affect the lungs, heart, kidneys and brain. They said that There is no control in e-cigarettes as to how deep the puff is taken. This is the invisible enemy and can be dangerous to health in the long run. Just as earlier diesel used to emit smoke and now CNG does not emit smoke, similarly the effect of e-cigarette also gradually affects the body. If you want to maintain your fertility then stay away from it.”
He said that in fact, even from the legal point of view, e-cigarettes are banned in India. The ban has been clearly imposed in the guidelines of the ministry. When customs officials find it, they throw it away. He said that if someone is drinking in the Parliament premises then it is not legally allowed. Let us tell you that the health risks of e-cigarettes are serious. Its negative effects on lungs, heart and other organs have also been confirmed in many international studies.
what is e cigarette
E-cigarette is actually an electronic device in which there is no need to burn tobacco. The liquid present in it is heated, which turns into steam and is inhaled by the user. This steam is filled with nicotine, flavors and many other chemicals. It is also called ENDS i.e. Electronic Nicotine Delivery System. E-cigarettes are available in different designs, sometimes like a pen, sometimes like a USB or pen drive, and sometimes exactly like a normal cigarette or cigar.
