If you have heard about popcorn lung in the news and seen it being linked to vaping, you may be wondering whether to proceed with the activity. Let us take a look at the connection between vaping and popcorn lung right now.
Vaping and popcorn lung
Over recent years, vaping has been linked to a condition called ‘popcorn lung’ frequently in the media. ‘Popcorn lung’ is an informal name given to the condition bronchiolitis obliterans, which harms the small airways inside our lungs, leaving people short of breath and causing excessive coughing.
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However, before you dismiss vaping completely due to worries about ‘popcorn lung’, it is important to look a bit closer. Connections between vaping and this condition first emerged when some people working at a popcorn factory started suffering from it. It is thought that this was because of the high levels of diacetyl they were exposed to.
As some e-liquids contain diacetyl, people assumed vaping could cause more people to contract popcorn lung. However, the vast majority of e-liquids do not actually feature this ingredient. Even those that do tend to include such a small amount of it that there is little risk of them causing ‘bronchiolitis obliterans’. In fact, there is much more diacetyl in conventional cigarettes.
What exactly is diacetyl?
When dairy products are produced, diacetyl is created during fermentation. It is often used in food and drink products to deliver a sweet taste. It is safe for humans to consume diacetyl, but if it is inhaled in large amounts, problems can occur. A statement from the Centre for Disease Control & Prevention said it had “no evidence to suggest risk for consumers” when diacetyl was used to create food and drink products.
Which e-liquids is diacetyl used in?
Diacetyl is only actually used in a few vape juices. These include liquids with pastry and custard flavours, with the ingredient being used to generate a buttery taste. The amount of diacetyl used to create these juices is so low there is a miniscule risk of lung damage.
What should I do if I want to buy e-liquids without diacetyl?
At Next Day Vapes, we can help if you do want to purchase e-liquids with no diacetyl whatsoever. We are more than happy to let you know what the ingredients used to create our products are so you can shop with confidence.
More about shopping with Next Day Vapes
Talk to Next Day Vapes today if you want to find out more about any of the products in our range before you make a purchase. We are proud to be one of the fastest-growing brands in the industry, and we are only happy when you are completely content with the products that you have bought from us. We can help you whether you are a seasoned vaper or are brand new to the activity.
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