Researchers from Manchester Metropolitan University (UK) have found that people who use e-cigarettes instead of regular cigarettes consume more nicotine, and this puts them at a higher risk of developing dementia, multiple organ failure, and cardiovascular disease. The results of the respective study were published in the British Medical Journal.

According to lead author Maxime Boidin, the main danger of vaping is that people become too carried away by the act of smoking. The researcher noted that smoking a traditional cigarette leaves a feeling of completion, while using a vaper allows the process to continue in any environment, forcing people to constantly use nicotine.

The study found that vapers experienced significant changes in vascular health, similar to those found in smokers. These changes can lead to poor blood flow to the brain and cognitive impairment, including dementia.

The main health risks for vapers are chemicals in vaping liquids. These include nicotine, metals, and propylene glycol. They cause inflammation and oxidative stress, contributing to organ failure, damage to artery walls, and an increased risk of cardiovascular disease.