There are several different types of snuff: loose snus, portion snus, nicotine bags, chewing tobacco and nicotine -free snuff. Since the nicotine content is not regulated, some snuff products may contain up to 60 times more nicotine than a cigarette.
– Nothing can be classified as harmless, but how dangerous depends on what you choose, says the Nicotine researcher Louise Adermark to Health life.
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Lice snuff is most harmful
Lice snuff contains tobacco with carcinogenic substances such as nitrosamines, heavy metals and pesticides. In addition, it can flow more, which means that the body takes up more of the harmful substances.
– Some of these toxic substances may be a little higher in loose snus. In addition, there is an increased risk that these toxins will be exposed more to the body as the snuff flows, says Louise.
Those who sniff loose snus for extended periods risk developing serious diseases such as cancer of the oral cavity, dental injuries and heart problems.
Portion snus is a little better than lice, but can also cause inflammation and mouth damage. The more you sniff, the greater the risk.
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White snuff – tobacco -free but addictive
White snuff does not contain tobacco but is still full of nicotine. In addition, the white snuff is often flavored, which makes it extra addictive, says Louise.
– Just that it is flavored and sweet makes you especially attract those who are not used to the young people. The risk of getting stuck in a lifelong addiction increases with nicotine snus, she says.
She also points out that in recent years you have started extracting the nicotine from the tobacco leaves, which means that you get rid of the heavy metals and pesticides that are in the tobacco cultivations.
According to Louise Adermark, nicotine -free snuff is the least harmful option if you want to stay away from nicotine. Among nicotine -containing products, low nicotine nicotine bags are a better alternative for those who want to reduce dependence.
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