Many people wonder if it is worth starting to smoke hookah tobacco. We will try to answer the question about the harmfulness of tobacco.
What is a hookah? A hookah is a device used to smoke tobacco. In the process of smoking, the smoke is cooled and humidified. Water, alcohol, and many other liquids are used as liquids. They not only filter the smoke, but also complement the taste of the smoke. In the base with water is a tube. Through it the smoke passes directly into the water. Then through another tube the smoke enters the mouth of the smoker.
This ancient tradition originated in India. Then it became popular among Muslim people. Today the tradition has spread around the world.
Is hookah tobacco harmful or not?
It is believed that hookah and hookah tobacco are completely harmless. Moreover, it is very popular among young people in particular. In addition, hookah smokers believe that unlike cigarettes, it is not addictive. Hookah tobacco contains nicotine. Typically, this number is 0.05%. Thus, in a 50 gram packet there are 25 mg of nicotine. Such a gram is designed for 4 hookah sessions. As a result, in one smoke we get 6.25 mg of nicotine. While one cigarette has 0.8 mg of nicotine.
What is nicotine?
Nicotine is an alkaloid. Moreover, it has a toxic and addictive effect. Just because of it, smokers cannot get rid of this bad habit.
Can a hookah be useful?
- Hookah tobacco is known to have a calming effect. Moreover, it is even relaxing. Often in everyday life we are stressed or worried. In this case, smoking hookah in a circle of friends will be an effective way to combat everyday problems. And also distraction from current troubles.
- It is believed that hookah tobacco has a positive effect on our vocal cords. Thus they become more elastic. And the voice is soft and velvety.
- In addition, you can add eucalyptus and mint. This, in turn, is the prevention of respiratory diseases.
- Compared with cigarettes or cigars, thanks to the design of the device, the smoke is filtered through water or other liquid. Therefore, the tobacco smoke is cleared of harmful substances. For example, tar and nicotine. Moreover, when the smoke passes through water, it is cooled. Therefore, the respiratory tract is not as irritated compared to cigarettes
It is also worth considering the time of hookah smoking when determining the harms and benefits. It is considered that one hour of hookah smoking is equal to one cigarette. Particular attention should be paid to the composition of tobacco. Many manufacturers use fruit molasses, which reduces the negative qualities of tobacco. Of course, there are now on the market nicotine-free hookah blends. To get quality pleasure from hookah smoking, be sure to know the main rules.
First, refrain from buying bad tobacco. That is, an unknown manufacturer or one that has a lot of garbage. As we have previously written in our articles, pay special attention to the cleanliness of the bong itself. Do not consume alcohol during a hookah session.
Whether to smoke hookah or not - you must decide for yourself. In any case, our team advises to observe moderation in everything.