March 2019 PMID 30604630

Cinnamaldehyde in flavored e-cigarette liquids temporarily suppresses bronchial epithelial cell ciliary motility by dysregulation of mitochondrial function.

Phillip W Clapp, Katelyn S Lavrich, Catharina A van Heusden, Eduardo R Lazarowski, Johnny L Carson, Ilona Jaspers

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72
Peak: 50 in Aug 2022
across 4 sources since Jan 2019

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Total likes

20,218

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What people are saying

The social discussions reflect a strong interest and acknowledgment of the health risks associated with cinnamaldehyde in vaping, evidenced by references to scientific articles and mentions of increased respiratory infections. The tone varies from informative to skeptical, emphasizing the serious implications of research findings and engaging users to consider vaping's safety and regulatory issues.

AgreementModerate agreement

Most discussions acknowledge the health risks highlighted by the research, with some emphasizing the dangers of cinnamaldehyde in vaping.

InterestHigh interest

Posts show high curiosity, with many sharing articles, discussing health implications, and questioning safety concerns about e-cigarettes.

EngagementModerate engagement

Comments include references to scientific findings and personal reflections, indicating moderate to deep engagement with the topic.

ImpactModerate impact

The discussions recognize the potential health effects and societal implications, suggesting the research could influence public health perspectives.

Abstract in brief

  • Cinnamaldehyde, a common flavoring in e-cigarettes, temporarily impairs ciliary movement in bronchial cells by disrupting mitochondrial function, leading to decreased cellular energy (ATP) production.
  • Both e-liquid and aerosol forms of cinnamaldehyde quickly cause this suppression, with effects linked to impaired mitochondrial respiration and glycolysis, but without lasting damage.
  • Since healthy ciliary activity is crucial for respiratory defense, inhaling cinnamaldehyde could heighten the risk of respiratory infections among e-cigarette users.

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Aug 9, 2022 · 13 likes · 2 shares · 24,481 followers View post →
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New #ResearchArticle in AJP-Lung: Cinnamaldehyde in Flavored #ECigarette Liquids Temporarily Suppresses Bronchial Epithelial Cell Ciliary Motility by Dysregulation of Mitochondrial Function. https://t.co/n6RtuUE2g0 #vape #smoking #vaping #ecig #ElectronicCigarette #Eliquid https://t.co/cuYaOzAdvU

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Congratulation to Dr. Clapp & coworkers for the new #APSselect article Cinnamaldehyde in Flavored #ECigarette Liquids Temporarily Suppresses Bronchial #EpithelialCell Ciliary Motility by Dysregulation of Mitochondrial Function https://t.co/SRVLISq5AN #vape #smoking #vaping #ecig https://t.co/6JcL1iNIQ5

Mar 4, 2019 · 7 likes · 1 share · 2,137 followers View post →
Happy Pride
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@SwearingJRedux @CanningBrandon it's actually two separate conditions that manifest themselves with nearly the same symptoms https://t.co/dW5RWnPZ4C

Sep 19, 2022 · 6 likes · 30 followers View post →
American Physiological Society
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Study finds common #ecig flavoring cinnamaldehyde impairs mitochondrial function in lungs, increasing the risk of respiratory illness: https://t.co/B2af5kU9UO via @AJPLung #APSselect https://t.co/2tBIZrJ4nw

Mar 13, 2019 · 5 likes · 5 shares · 13,991 followers View post →

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Aug 17, 2022 · 587 followers View post →
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Aug 15, 2022 · 1 like · 160 followers View post →
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Aug 14, 2022 · 58 followers View post →
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Aug 11, 2022 · 1 share · 38,359 followers View post →
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Aug 11, 2022 · 25 followers View post →
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Aug 11, 2022 · 83 followers View post →
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Sairam Jabba
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Sairam Jabba
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