Smoking cigarettes has been linked to weight loss, and quitting smoking may lead to weight gain.
Does the same apply to vaping?
Those who vape nicotine may experience some of the appetite suppression that is experienced when smoking cigarettes.
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Nicotine is a stimulant that can reduce hunger and boost metabolism.
Because vaping is a much newer habit than smoking cigarettes, research on the topic is limited.
While both cigarettes and vapes can contain nicotine, they deliver that nicotine in a different way.
Vaping devices heat a liquid to create vapor.
Is Vaping an Effective Weight Loss Tool?
Vaping with nicotine may seem like an effective tool for weight loss due to its potential to decrease appetite.
However, vaping for weight control has not been shown to be an effective tool.
Do You Gain Weight When You Quit Vaping?
The weight gain that can occur afterquitting cigarettesmoking isnt only due to the lack of nicotine.
The benefits of quitting vaping outweigh the potential for weight gain during the quitting process.
What About Non-Nicotine Vapes?
When it comes to vaping withCBDproducts, the available data have shown mixed results.
However, the relationship between these substances and weight management is not clear.
Using vaping as a weight loss tool has not been shown to be safe or effective.
Safer weight-management strategies, such as eating a balanced diet and exercising, are recommended over vaping.
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