The topic of vaping is subject to many ongoing discussions. Manufacturers often say this is 'less harmful' alternative to typical cigarettes which also helps quitting smoking. But there are lots of scientific studies contradicting this claim. Different research teams point to unique and undesirable side effects, such as increased susceptibility to coronavirus, gut inflammation, and many others.

You should think carefully about putting anything other than air into your lungs. Image credit: saeedmoin via Pixabay, free licence

So what exactly is the main mechanism of vaping, and what happens inside the human body when this mix of various substances enters our lungs? Are all vaping additives equally harmful, and is it a good idea at all to put anything besides air into your lungs? The following video aims to answer these important questions: