Lao Li, an old smoker in his sixties with traces of time engraved on his face, is sipping his tea alone, next to him is a young figure - Xiao Zhang, he holds a chic appearance of a cigarette in his hand, and a unique blue is faintly visible at the mouthpiece, which is the sign of popping bead cigarettes.
"Old man, look at my cigarette, it's a little interesting, right?" Xiao Zhang broke the silence around him and showed Lao Li the cigarette in his hand. Lao Li looked at this unusual cigarette with a little surprise. "Oh, what's new? It's the first time I've seen a cigarette in my decades. ”
"This is called popping bead smoke, there is a small bead in the cigarette mouth, and it will explode when you pinch it, which can exude a cool taste, which is said to reduce the smell of smoke and is good for the mouth. Xiao Zhang gently squeezed the popping beads in the cigarette holder as he explained, and a faint mint fragrance instantly diffused, in stark contrast to the ancient taste in the teahouse.
Lao Li frowned, "Young man, although the new tricks are good, don't forget that cigarettes are cigarettes after all, and they are not good for your body." Lao Li's words seemed to be talking to himself, and it seemed to be a piece of advice to Xiao Zhang. Xiao Zhang smiled, a trace of uncertainty flashed in his eyes, this seemingly casual conversation, but quietly touched the hidden concern about health in his heart.
01. Why do some cigarettes have popping beads in them?
The main purpose of popping beads in cigarettes is to enhance the taste and flavor of smoking, as well as to meet specific needs, such as reducing bad breath.
A popper is a small capsule embedded in a cigarette filter filled with different types of flavouring liquids, such as mint, fruit, wine or tea.
When the smoker deliberately pinches the popping bead during the smoking process, the flavor liquid in it will be released and mixed with the inhaled smoke, thereby changing and enriching the original taste of the cigarette, giving the smoker a more diverse sensory experience.
Flavor & Flavor: The spices in the pop beads can significantly enhance the aroma of cigarettes, so that the smoking process is not only a simple tobacco flavor, but also a fusion of other flavors, such as cool mint for freshness, and fruit for a bit of sweetness.
Reduces bad breath: Certain poppers, especially mint-flavored, can be used to break after smoking to help reduce the smell of tobacco in the mouth and breath after smoking, which is especially important for smokers who need to maintain a good image in social situations.
Meet individual needs: There are many types of popping cigarettes on the market, from single popping beads to double popping beads, from various flavors to random popping bead designs, such diversity meets the personalized taste preferences of different consumers.
Psychological and fun factors: The slight popping sound of pinching the popping beads and the consequent change in aroma add an interactive and interesting aspect to the act of smoking, attracting some young smokers who are looking for a novel experience.
02. Can popping beads really reduce the harm of smoking?
Although popping cigarettes provide a different smoking experience by adding flavored poppers, they do not substantially reduce the health hazards of smoking. Popping beads exist more to improve the taste and increase the sensory enjoyment when smoking, rather than to reduce the harmful effects of tobacco itself.
Chemical composition unchanged: Although the flavor component in the popping beads changes the taste of the cigarette, it does not reduce the harmful chemicals contained in the cigarette, such as nicotine, tar, carbon monoxide, and many other harmful substances, which are the main factors that contribute to smoking-related diseases.
May increase risk: Popping cigarettes contain higher levels of certain harmful substances, such as benzopyrene, which means they may pose greater health risks in some ways. Flavors such as cool mint may allow smokers to inhale more deeply and increase the absorption of harmful substances.
Psychological misleading: The freshness or sweetness of popping beads may give smokers a false sense of security that the cigarette is less harmful to the body, thus relaxing their vigilance against the dangers of smoking, which may lead to more frequent or deeper smoking habits, further increasing health risks.
Addictive Problems: The flavor components in popping bead cigarettes may enhance the effects of nicotine and stimulate the brain's reward mechanism, which can exacerbate smoking addiction and make it more difficult to quit.
Smoking in all its forms is a huge threat to health. We should learn from this discussion of popping beads, not to seek solace in the minutiae of tobacco products, but to face and address the fundamental problem of smoking.
Quitting smoking may be a long and arduous road, but every step of the way is a step towards a fresher and healthier life.
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