An official with Altria Group Inc., one of the big tobacco companies, said a total ban on menthol cigarettes or flavored cigars would be an extreme measure not supported by the science and evidence. Murray Garnick, Altrias general counsel, said the company expects that establishing product standards on menthol cigarettes and flavored cigars will be a multi-year, deliberative process. UPDATES: 11 a.m.: This article was updated with expert and industry comments
Damaged Epithelium : Smoking damages the respiratory epithelium, the protective lining of the lungs, making it easier for pathogens like bacteria and viruses to penetrate and cause infections
While early research supports these compounds as anti-inflammatory and antioxidant compounds, more research in humans is needed
Rotate Your Stock If you have a large collection of tobacco, make sure to rotate your stock
King Size: Pros: Ideal for longer or group sessions with a slow, even burn
