Heated tobacco, on the other hand, emits smoke containing toxins similar to those found in traditional cigarettes, significantly increasing the risk of respiratory, cardiovascular and neurological diseases as well as cancer
Menthol plays a significant role in light cigarettes, as its cooling effect can mask the harshness of smoke, making it easier for smokers to inhale more deeply and hold the smoke in their lungs longer
Hedges g of 0.2, 0.5, and 0.8 indicate a small, medium, and large effect size, respectively
Unmasking So-Called Healthy Smoking Alternatives Despite many companies marketing their products as "healthy" smoking alternatives, most come with a plethora of potential negative health impacts
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