http://health.nytimes.com/health/gui...addiction.html
Excerpt from their Health Guide:
"Although research is inconsistent, some evidence suggests that smokeless tobacco produces an increase in the risk of oral cancer, gingivitis, and tooth loss. A recent review of existing literature found that while the risk of cancer in people using smokeless tobacco is lower than that of smokers, it is still higher than that of people who do not use tobacco at all."
I wouldn't be surprised if someone else has posted this article. I'm sorry to whoever has. However, I'd like to point out that the NY Times actually has some common sense! As well, take into account which kind of smokeless tobacco the article is referring to. Even though "dip" tobacco, which contains higher levels of TSNAs than snus, is still safer than smoking. Snus, in my opinion, is the safest form of tobacco, along with nasal snuff and nicotine gum.
Excerpt from their Health Guide:
"Although research is inconsistent, some evidence suggests that smokeless tobacco produces an increase in the risk of oral cancer, gingivitis, and tooth loss. A recent review of existing literature found that while the risk of cancer in people using smokeless tobacco is lower than that of smokers, it is still higher than that of people who do not use tobacco at all."
I wouldn't be surprised if someone else has posted this article. I'm sorry to whoever has. However, I'd like to point out that the NY Times actually has some common sense! As well, take into account which kind of smokeless tobacco the article is referring to. Even though "dip" tobacco, which contains higher levels of TSNAs than snus, is still safer than smoking. Snus, in my opinion, is the safest form of tobacco, along with nasal snuff and nicotine gum.
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