Dissolvable tobacco
Dissolvable Tobacco
Dissolvable tobacco (pronunciation: /dɪˈsɒlvəbəl ˈtæbəkoʊ/) is a type of tobacco product that is designed to dissolve in the mouth.
Etymology
The term "dissolvable tobacco" is derived from the English words "dissolve" and "tobacco". "Dissolve" comes from the Latin dissolvere, which means "to loosen" or "to break up", and "tobacco" comes from the Spanish tabaco, which was the name of a type of pipe used by the indigenous peoples of the Caribbean.
Description
Dissolvable tobacco products are made from finely milled tobacco. They are often flavored and sweetened to improve their taste. These products are designed to be placed in the mouth, where they dissolve and release nicotine. The nicotine is then absorbed through the lining of the mouth and into the bloodstream.
Dissolvable tobacco products come in several forms, including lozenges, strips, and sticks. They are often marketed as a discreet and convenient way to use tobacco, as they do not produce smoke or require spitting.
Health Effects
Like all tobacco products, dissolvable tobacco contains nicotine, a highly addictive substance. Regular use of dissolvable tobacco can lead to nicotine addiction and a variety of health problems, including heart disease, stroke, and cancer.
While dissolvable tobacco products are often marketed as a safer alternative to smoking, there is no safe level of tobacco use. The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has not approved any dissolvable tobacco product as a safe or effective method to quit smoking.
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External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Dissolvable tobacco
- Wikipedia's article - Dissolvable tobacco
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