are cigarettes that bad for you Why is smoking you? Are e-cigarettes the answer?

The red-and-gold packaging, Chinese characters, and traditional brand image may matter more than global availability

In this blog, well break down how nicotine is delivered in both forms, examine the toxins commonly associated with each, and discuss why vaping is often seen as a less harmful option for those looking to cut back or quit smoking

The lesson

Nicotine acts as a stimulant in low doses but can be a nervous system depressant in high doses -- in extremely high doses it can depress the respiratory system enough to be lethal

Philip Morris International, which makes brands such as Marlboro, says plain packaging "eliminates consumer choice, disrupts market competition and deprives us of our intellectual property"