Electronic cigarettes’ withdrawal severity symptoms among users during intermittent fasting: a cross-sectional study

Barakat, Muna; Alqudah, Rajaa; Alfayoumi, Ibrahim; Al-Obaidi, Hala; Jirjees, Feras; Basheti, Iman A.

doi:10.1186/s13722-021-00219-9

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“…Moreover, EC as a novel smoking method is gaining popularity worldwide due to its appealing flavors and the commercial claims of their benefits as a smoking cessation tool, despite the controversial scientific evidence. 72 - 75 In Jordan, EC use is increasing as the government has recently legalized the importation, distribution, and sale of EC in various retail stores in the country. 72 , 74 , 76 In a national survey that was conducted in 2019 in Jordan, and among the 1820 participants involved, the prevalence of exclusive EC use and dual-use was estimated to be 11.7%, and 4.0%, respectively.…”

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“… 72 - 75 In Jordan, EC use is increasing as the government has recently legalized the importation, distribution, and sale of EC in various retail stores in the country. 72 , 74 , 76 In a national survey that was conducted in 2019 in Jordan, and among the 1820 participants involved, the prevalence of exclusive EC use and dual-use was estimated to be 11.7%, and 4.0%, respectively. 77 Another recent online cross-sectional survey in Jordan that included 1536 participants found that around 18% of the study sample were EC users, and its usage was more prominent among males and young age groups.…”

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Beliefs Toward Smoking and COVID-19, and the Pandemic Impact on Smoking Behavior and Quit Intention: Findings from a Community-Based Cross-Sectional Study in Jordan

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Background The relationship between smoking and coronavirus disease-2019 (COVID-19) is still topical with mixed epidemiological evidence. However, the pandemic may affect people’s beliefs toward smoking as well as their smoking behavior and quit intentions. Considering high smoking rates in Jordan, our current study aimed to assess the following domains in a community-based sample from Jordan: (i) the beliefs that surround smoking/vaping and COVID-19 and (ii) the pandemic impact on smoking behavior and quit intention. Methods A cross-sectional study was conducted in Jordan from March 9 to March 16, 2021, utilizing a web-based structured questionnaire. The questionnaire comprised 13 items on sociodemographic, health, and smoking profiles, 14 items to assess beliefs surrounding COVID-19 and the use of combustible cigarettes (CCs), waterpipe (WP), and electronic cigarettes (ECs), and 12 items to assess the pandemic impact on smoking behavior and quit intention. Results Of 2424 survey respondents who participated in our study, there were 1163 never-smokers, 1044 current smokers, and 217 ex-smokers. The mean age of participants was 35.2 years (SD: 11.06). Most participants have reported anti-smoking beliefs with around 72.9% believed that WP smoking is related to the risk of contracting COVID-19. Also, 71.7% believed that smoking CC may worsen the COVID-19 clinical course, while 74.1% of respondents believed that smoking has no protective effect against COVID-19. During the pandemic, about 28.1% and 19.3% of current smokers reported increased or reduced smoking, respectively. Besides, 459 current smokers have expressed their plans/intention to quit smoking during the pandemic, of whom 27.5% (n = 126) confirmed that the driving force for their decision is a COVID-19-related reason, such as self-protection (n = 123) and protection of family members (n = 121) which were the most cited reasons. Also, around 63 participants have successfully ceased smoking during the pandemic. However, only 22 of them reported that the main driving motivation of their successful quit attempt was the COVID-19 pandemic. Conclusion Most participants’ beliefs and attitudes were against smoking during the pandemic. Nevertheless, the double-edged effect of the pandemic on smoking habits should be carefully considered, and reliable anti-smoking measures should be strengthened and sustained in the country.

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Beliefs Toward Smoking and COVID-19, and the Pandemic Impact on Smoking Behavior and Quit Intention: Findings from a Community-Based Cross-Sectional Study in Jordan

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“…The severity of e-cig withdrawal symptoms among users during RF was evaluated using a self-administered survey developed and validated to solicit anonymous responses from e-cig users in Jordan through a cross-sectional study ( n = 523; 96.4% males; 86.4% aged between 18 and 40 years). 87 Severity scores of physical and psychological withdrawal symptoms were assessed and calculated. Many participants replaced tobacco smoking with e-cig (53.5%) to help them stop smoking.…”

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Ramadan Fasting in Health and Disease in 2021: A Narrative Review

Hassan-Beck

Hafidh

Badi³

et al. 2022

Ibnosina Journal of Medicine and Biomedical Sciences

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Introduction: The literature on the health aspects of Ramadan fasting (RF) is widely spread in many journals. Materials and Methods: This is a narrative review of data obtained from the PubMed database (National Library of Medicine, Bethesda, Maryland, United States). We used the search term “Ramadan fasting,” and relevant records were examined. The publications are narrated thematically. Results: The publications spanned fundamental, clinical, professional, cultural, and advocacy facets. The publications crossed conventional disciplinary lines and geographical locations and appeared in journals with different access systems. The contents are presented under the themes that emerged depending on the retrieved literature. This year basic coverage included changes in physiology and nutrition during Ramadan. However, the clinical issues included a wide range of topics. These included the impact of RF on nonalcoholic fatty liver disease and adjustments needed in endocrine replacement therapy for hypothyroidism and adrenal insufficiency. Coverage also included chronic kidney disease. The impact on maternal health, fetal well-being, and long-term effects of RF exposures were addressed in several studies. Studies in cardiovascular medicine focused on blood pressure and cardiovascular risk factors. Sports medicine and athletes' well-being received somewhat prominent coverage. The impact on renal function, particularly in patients with chronic kidney disease, was investigated by a few authors. Several groups addressed the eyes' structure and function, neurological conditions, especially headache disorders, and hematological and oncological conditions. Finally, the impact of RF on several aspects of mental health and well-being was addressed by various groups. Conclusions: Health aspects of RF received a sustained academic interest with a broad spectrum in 2021. This narration provides an overview of the year's scholarly health-related literature on various aspects of health and disease. It should help researchers and clinicians catch up quickly with the health concerns during Ramadan.

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“…Some studies claimed that ENDS can help smokers to change their smoking habits. As an alternative to cigarettes, ENDS may relieve smokers from experiencing withdrawal symptoms and provide them with more choices ( 40 ). Smokers can switch to e-liquid products with different flavors and have a better quitting experience ( 41 ).…”

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The risk profile of electronic nicotine delivery systems, compared to traditional cigarettes, on oral disease: a review

Zhang

Cui

2023

Front. Public Health

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The use of electronic nicotine delivery systems (ENDS) has exploded, especially among teenagers and new smokers, amid widespread awareness of the dangers of traditional tobacco and restrictions on smoking. However, the risk effects of ENDS on physical health, especially oral health, are still ambiguous. The purpose of this study was to review the available evidence on risks of ENDS on oral health, and compares the differences between ENDS and traditional cigarettes. For heavy smokers, transferring the addiction of tobacco to ENDS can be less harmful to periodontal condition and physical health but is not completely without risk. The components of ENDS vapor have cytotoxic, genotoxic, and carcinogenic properties, and its usage may be associated with a wide range of oral health sequelae. The chemicals in ENDS increase the susceptibility to tooth decay, increase the risk of periodontal disease, peri-implant, and oral mucosal lesions. Nicotine aerosols from ENDS can be a potential risk factor for oral cancer due to the presence of carcinogenic components. Compared to smoking traditional cigarettes, the harm associated with ENDS use may be underestimated due to the reduced ability to control vaping behavior, ease of ENDS access, fewer vaping area restrictions, and better taste. Currently, the available evidence suggests that ENDS may be a safer alternative to traditional tobacco products. Though most oral symptoms experienced by ENDS users are relatively mild and temporary compared to traditional cigarettes, the dangers of ENDS still exist. However, further research with longer follow-up periods is required to establish the long-term safety of ENDS.

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Electronic cigarettes’ withdrawal severity symptoms among users during intermittent fasting: a cross-sectional study

Cited by 8 publications

References 39 publications

Beliefs Toward Smoking and COVID-19, and the Pandemic Impact on Smoking Behavior and Quit Intention: Findings from a Community-Based Cross-Sectional Study in Jordan

Beliefs Toward Smoking and COVID-19, and the Pandemic Impact on Smoking Behavior and Quit Intention: Findings from a Community-Based Cross-Sectional Study in Jordan

Ramadan Fasting in Health and Disease in 2021: A Narrative Review

The risk profile of electronic nicotine delivery systems, compared to traditional cigarettes, on oral disease: a review

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