TEENAGERS who vape often could be at a higher risk of exposure to toxic metals, potentially harming brain or organ development, a study has suggested.
Usage was determined by the average number of puffs per day, with frequent users taking 27 puffs, intermittent users taking 7.9 puffs and occasional users taking 0.9 puffs.Both frequent and intermittent e-cigarette users had higher lead levels in their urine than those who vaped occasionally, the study found.The study also found that different vape flavours effected the uranium levels.
However, they said: “Despite the limitations, this study reported increased urine lead and uranium levels associated with vaping frequency.“E-cigarette use during adolescence may increase the likelihood of metal exposure, which could adversely affect brain and organ development.
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