"If we hit them early, between the ages of 11 and 17, and sometimes even earlier than that, then we know that we have a better chance of preventing an addicted smoker later on in life," Lacy said
Many of the flavors seem designed to appeal to children and young adults with names like Cupcake, Fruit Squirts, Waikiki Watermelon, Tutti Frutti, Oatmeal Cookie, and Alien Blood
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Smokers today value flexibility and convenience, and manufacturers have responded by rethinking even the smallest details of their products
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Additionally, nicotine is a stimulant that boosts your metabolism, so when you stop smoking, your metabolism slows down