Scientists recommend banning menthol cigarettes N&TR: Banning menthol cigarettes will help 25% of smokers quit smoking 15:47

Almost 25% of menthol cigarette users quit smoking after menthol cigarettes were banned in their country or city. This has been shown by a study published in the journal. Nicotine and Tobacco Research (N&TR).

Previous studies have shown that menthol’s cooling effect masks the harshness of tobacco, which encourages smoking among young people. In the new study, researchers analyzed data from 170 U.S. cities, two U.S. states, the European Union and several other countries that have banned menthol cigarettes.

Approximately 50% of smokers switched to other cigarettes after the ban, and 24% quit smoking completely. About 12% switched to other flavored tobacco products. Moreover, a national ban on menthol cigarettes was more effective than a city or regional ban.

Before that scientists I learnedIt is stated that electronic cigarettes may disrupt the perception of sweet smells. Participants in the experiment who regularly smoked e-cigarettes enjoyed sweet scents less. Scientists say this could potentially lead to eating disorders.

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