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Vaping is more popular than it's ever been, and more and more people are talking about it. Most of it is good, but there are some rare instances of vape kits at the lower end of the market overheating or even exploding, and that's gotten some people concerned. There's been an article about it in the Worldwide Press, and America's Food & Drug Administration have set a date to discuss the matter. But what's really going on here? Is this something the average vaper needs to worry about? If you're thinking about getting into vaping, you want to know the facts and you want your safety to be assured. 

Smokers are dwindling. In 2015, 17% of people described themselves as 'smokers', down from 19.3% the previous year, and the figure is still falling. A study in the UK showed that over a third of smokers tried to quit in 2016.  Those who continue smoking are prone to higher risks of cancer, heart disease and stroke, so it's little wonder that people are scrambling for viable smoking alternatives. That's where vaping comes in. There are two things smokers are trying to weigh up before they make the switch to vaping though. First, is vaping actually healthier than smoking? And second, will it be as enjoyable as smoking. Let's review... 

As vaping becomes increasingly popular, it's the question on everyone's lips - what are the negative health effects of vaping? Daily, we see stories in newspapers and on television discussing the health risks of vaping. Many of them cite recent studies from ambiguous organisations that we've never heard of, so what should we believe? For many vapers and would-be vapers, the question isn't whether or not there are any negative health effects of vaping - the question is whether the health risks outweigh the rewards. 

When people first pick up vaping, they're usually not bothered about the details. The novelty is enough to carry the experience, and most people will be happy to put their hands on an affordable kit just to try things out. However, as they get more accustomed to vaping, they naturally seek to tailor the experience. That's where vape mods come into play. Once they've found the right style of vaping for them, be it mouth-to-lung, direct-to-lung, sub-ohm or a style of their own (check here for our guide on vaping techniques), the start to seek the best of everything to optimize the experience.  The best mods, the best e-liquids and the best batteries to use. The battery may be the last thing on your mind when you start vaping, but pretty soon you'll start to realize the impact a battery can have on your vaping experience. 

Vaping is a growing trend all over the world. The past few years have seen vape technology explode so much that the changes are hard for even vaping veterans to keep track of. For some, it's the ideal avenue to help them quit smoking, for others it's a way of relaxing and getting their nicotine hit in a healthier way. Whereas vaping used to be a simple affair with a few different e-cigs or vaping pens on the market, full kits with mods are now firmly leading the way. When it comes vape technology, mods have changed the experience dramatically - allowing individuals to tailor their own style of vaping and try out different things. It's this key vape technology that has turned it into a hobby, and even non-smokers are getting involved. 

A majority of people nowadays is heavily addicted to cigarettes and their goal is to quit. Every generation has an invention which defines it. The internet was one, and then came cell phones. Electronic cigarettes are another one of those inventions that is popular right now, but it has also ignited a firestorm of debate and controversy. There is a specific purpose of electronic cigarettes, which is to provide an alternate to the stench spreading, burning and ash produced by normal cigarettes.

You'd be forgiven for thinking that choosing an e-juice is all about flavour and nicotine levels, but there's more to it than meets the eye.  One thing newcomers to vaping often don't consider when choosing an e-juice is how it might work with their vape tank of choice.  Getting your vaping setup just right takes time and patience, and there will probably be a lot of trial and error involved until you find the right experience for you,  but getting your e-juice and vape tank combination right from the start will pay dividends. 

Nicotine is one of four key elements that make up e-juice, usually accompanied by PG, VG and a flavour of your choice. However, there's often a bit of controversy in vaping circles about the right amount of nicotine to use and whether or not it's dangerous. Of course, there are many who take up vaping a way to slowly start kicking the nicotine habit, but for others who enjoy the nicotine high it's a way of carefully moderating the amount they take it to create a balanced vaping experience.  Nicotine tends to work both as a relaxant and stimulant, and depending on the individual can cause everything from altertness and readiness to mood elevation and calmness.  It's an addictive substance, which is why it's important to get the levels right when switching to vaping or trying nicotine for the first time. 

If you've been considering vaping but haven't yet jumped in, it's probably because you're not sure where to start. Whether you're a  smoker looking for a healthier nicotine alternative to smoking tobacco, or you've never smoked before but are just curious about vaping, this post aims to help. So, let's start right at the beginning... 

In light of the overwhelming evidence that tabacco smoking is bad for you, many individuals are starting to take an interest in vaping. Even Public Health England have recently published a report stating that vaping is 95% less harmful than smoking cigarettes or tabacco, so it's not wonder more and more smokers are ditching their cigarettes for vape kits. However, getting into the work of vaping can be incredibly daunting for a beginner. As the market booms, more and more devices are going on sale along with various mods and flavours of e-juice, and it can be incredibly difficult to keep up.  Those new to the world of vaping will often start with a vape kit. It's a great place to start, and most kits will have everything you need (except the juice) to get started right out of the box - but how do you get started?