Pharmacol Ther August 2021 PMID 33746051

Toxicology of flavoring- and cannabis-containing e-liquids used in electronic delivery systems.

Aleksandr B Stefaniak, Ryan F LeBouf, Anand C Ranpara, Stephen S Leonard

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Several posts express agreement with the article’s concerns, highlighting chemicals like cinnamaldehyde and vitamin E acetate, which are linked to health risks. The tone indicates strong interest in the toxicological findings and some discussion about implications for regulation, reflecting meaningful engagement with the research's potential impact on public health policy.

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Most discussion acknowledges the health concerns raised by the article, with some directly supporting the findings on harm caused by flavoring chemicals and cannabis in e-liquids.

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Abstract in brief

Electronic cigarettes (e-cigarettes) became popular in the US around 2007 and by 2014, especially among youth, surpassing traditional cigarettes due to flavors that attract users.
Scientific studies show that many flavoring chemicals in e-liquids, such as cinnamaldehyde, vanillin, and menthol, can cause harm to various body systems including the respiratory, cardiovascular, skeletal, and skin tissues.
The use of cannabis in e-cigarettes, including THC, has been linked to serious lung injuries like EVALI, with vitamin E acetate identified as a key harmful ingredient, although multiple factors may contribute to the toxicity.]

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