Can A Green Mom Get A Tattoo?

woman with tattooI have a confession to make. I want a tattoo.

I’ve always wanted one. I know that they are frowned upon by some. I know that they are not allowed by certain religions. I know that I don’t want my kids to consider getting tattoos until they are past 25. Hypocritical or not, I think that you shouldn’t get one when you are young because, unlike piercings or wildly colored hair, they are relatively permanent.

I turn 40 in one month, so that is what I’m giving myself. A tattoo. On my lower back so it won’t be seen by many – especially since I am not slender enough for a fan of low slung jeans and tiny shirts that ride up and show your booty.

But – shh – don’t tell my mom. She never reads my blogs, and although, I did apply to be on the television show LA Ink, so if I do get picked (chances are slim to none) I suppose she would find out since she loves TLC.

In any event, can a green mom get a tattoo? If I talk and blog about reducing toxic chemicals in your home and the products you buy, including beauty products, is it hypocritical to choose to get a tattoo? Will that mean I’m not walking the walk?

I’ve been reading through the material safety data sheets (MSDSs) for the inks (actually, pigments) used in permanent tattoos. The MSDSs identify the ingredients used in the pigments. At least some don’t look too bad for a woman done with making babies. So, if you know the ink that is being used, it looks okay. And some pigments can be mixed with relatively benign carriers.

Unfortunately, I have also seen reports of inks intended for automobiles being used, and those contain known carcinogens. And some tattoo pigments can contain “bad” chemicals. It is NOT a well regulated field in terms of ingredients in tattoo pigments. So, red pigment can contain cinnabar and cadmium red, both toxic; orange & yellow can contain cadmium; green can contain lead chromate; and white can be lead white. Plus the carriers can contain propylene glycol or formaldehyde (a known carcinogen).

So, assuming I can work with a tattoo artist that uses safer pigments, is it okay to get a tattoo for a green mom? If my philosophy is smart mamas do it all naturally, can I get a tattoo? What do you think?

Read more from Jennifer on simple steps for non toxic and green homes, babies and kids from Jennifer at her blog The Smart Mama.

Original 5 Minutes for Going Green Post.

157 Responses to Can A Green Mom Get A Tattoo?
  1. ColleenM
    September 15, 2008 | 2:24 pm

    Go for it! If you are concerned about it being green – get ti done in green ink!! Just kidding. I got one done when I was 25 and I am still glad I did. It is small and can be easily hidden. Many people don’t even know I have one, including my mom and dad. :-)

  2. Jen
    September 15, 2008 | 2:39 pm

    Hiya! I just turned 32 last week, and celebrated by getting my first tattoo. It’s small, and can be easily hidden as well. Do your homework (it seems you have) and check out a few tattoo shops in your area. Most *reputable* artists have no problem disclosing the inks they use, and showing you the tattoo area. I say go for it!

  3. Lance
    September 15, 2008 | 2:44 pm

    I say “go for it” too! You’re only 40 once, this sounds like a great gift for “you”.

  4. Tammi
    September 15, 2008 | 3:38 pm

    I say do it! I’m a green mom and I have one and planning on several more.

    I have heard about vegan tattoo inks. I haven’t done much research on them but possibly they are less… chemically… than regular inks. It would be something to think about. I was thinking about using vegan ink on my future tattoos.

    What kind of design where you thinking of?

  5. Tammi
    September 15, 2008 | 3:59 pm

    Sea blossom? That is really pretty!

  6. Jennifer (The Smart Mama)
    September 15, 2008 | 4:06 pm

    Tammi – Yes, Sea Blossom from Daniel Merriam. I like the little dragon/sea horse in the far right corner (well, far left actually but far right when facing) and also the face but not her boobs – they look strange to me! In any event, thinking 2 of the dragon/sea horse . . .

  7. Dawn
    September 15, 2008 | 5:05 pm

    I too say go for it…I got my first one when I was 22, second two years later…I wanted one for my 35th birthday…then for mothers’ day…now I’m going to wait until I’m 40 (in two years) and get one over an ugly one I have…

    Choose, but choose wisely.

  8. Mimi
    September 15, 2008 | 5:40 pm

    It seems everyone is in support so do it and you better post picts!

  9. mommy bee
    September 15, 2008 | 8:03 pm

    I’m a henna girl myself…make it big, make it wild, it’ll be gone in three weeks… ;)
    That said, well, I think a lot of things we do aren’t strictly ‘green’…on the other hand, that doesn’t make them bad. I think it’s important to consider quality of life along with quantity…I’d rather eat a few frozen twinkies along the way and die two years sooner than have a long, dull, twinkie-less life.
    :)

  10. Anita
    September 15, 2008 | 8:46 pm

    Being a green mama myself and sporting a tat – this thought has never even crossed my mind. Seems kind of silly now that I read your artiucle – just as when I started reading labels – it’s obvious – of course tatoo ink has chemicals.
    I still love mine though and definitely think all folks who want one shoudl get one! Can’t wait to see a pic!

  11. Jennifer (The Smart Mama)
    September 16, 2008 | 2:12 pm

    Okay, I’ve reached out to a tattoo artist – and she uses vegan, organic ink! Whoo-hoo – she’s going to send me the ingredient lists. All right now.

  12. Ashlee - Mama's Nest
    September 22, 2008 | 9:32 am

    I’m a tattooed Mama who’s husband just happens to a tattoo artist! Looks like you’ve found someone but that was my rec. There are many artists out there that use vegan, organic inks which are so much better for your body. If you use those you’re good to go. If you go conventional my only tip would be to stay away from red. Good luck! And watch out, it’s addicting! :)

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  14. Krista
    October 10, 2008 | 3:55 pm

    I’ve read that many products that are called “organic” are made with a coal tar derivitaves – Since coal is a carbon compound, they technically are “organic.” With this in mind, I wonder if those “organic” products are really all that safe. Any thoughts?

  15. Peggie
    October 14, 2008 | 7:13 pm

    First – Happy Birthday to you.
    Second – Have a blast with your tattoo!

    I love that you thought all this out before getting inked and frankly, thank you for doing the homework I’ll want to do one day. It’s been my not-so-secret-wish to get a tattoo one day too. I’m cheering you on!

  16. mamabonita
    January 12, 2009 | 12:40 pm

    I hear you Smart Mama. I’m a mom of 2 and have always wanted one too. Just worried that my kids will want one when they are really too young to truly make the decision. In any case, I think I will take the plunge one day. My hubby says I never will, but I might just surprise him. And I’ll do my research too to see if I can use safe inks. I live close to Miami Ink – maybe they do it. Post pics of your tat if you havent already.

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    Dutt’s A Tattoo…

    An Indian actor (Bollywood), Sanjay Dutt got three new tattoos, said by a source close to him. A tattoo of a Tibetan Om, his birth sign Leo as well as a red-inked tattoo of the numerical one, done on his neck.
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    The Enigma…

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    The Unstoppable…

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    Stalking Cat…

    Denis Avner, also known as “Stalking Cat” or “Cat Tiger” of Tonopah, Nevada, United States. He has done a surgical modification and tattoo on himself, making himself a resemblance of a tiger.

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    Cross Tattoo…

    The Cross tattoos are among the most flexible tattoo symbols out there today. The word cross was introduced to English in the 10th century as the term for the instrument of the torturous execution of Christ, ultimately from Latin crux, via Old Irish c…

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    Star Tattoo…

    The Star tattoos hold several meanings depending on the type and style of the star. A Star tattoo could be a sign of aspiration and goals that you have set in your own life that hold significant meaning.
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    Shooting Star Tattoo Wh…

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    Skull Tattoo…

    The Skull Tattoo is a symbol of life and death, or, somewhat, the understanding and acceptance of all things that come with living — even death. One of the most recognizable symbols is the skull and crossbones. This symbol is often used to indicate …

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    Tattoo Instructions…

    You can prevent problems from developing at your tattoo site. Review the following procedure and information before making your decision to tattoo a part of your body.

    Consider the social or emotional risk of having a tattoo. Many people make negativ…

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    Zodiac Sign Tattoo…

    Most people usually get zodiac symbol tattoos purely as an expression of their belief in the art of astrology. Zodiac symbol tattoos are one of several ways a person can express their personal identity, and can show just one of many things that make t…

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    Angel Tattoo…

    The Angel tattoos are probably one of the most requested tattoo designs today. From a simple design to complex wings and hands, angels come in all shapes, forms and sizes. People generally request an angel tattoo due to their deep and spiritual meani…

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    Tattoo Problem…

    Tattoos have been used by most cultures way way back and recently have become very popular with both men and women. Most people who have a tattoo do not develop any problems. Home After care treatment can help speed up healing and prevent problems.
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    Phoenix Tattoo…

    Phoenix tattoos are said to be the ultimate sign of rebirth and eternal life. To the Greeks and Egyptians, this symbol represented the sun dying at the end of a day and rising in the morning to be reborn. The phoenix is also said to live for five hund…

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    Saran Wrap…

    According to some medical point of views that, placing or covering the skin with a saran wrap after applying a numbing cream makes our skin un able to breathe, that may lead to seizures, irregular heart beats and even death. By the way, in this way of…

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    Tribal Tattoo…

    The Tribal tattoos make up at least one third of all tattoo designs worn by individuals. There is a huge amount of reasons a person might choose to adorn themselves with tribal tattoos. Symbolization varies by origin of the design. Tribal tattoos are …

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    Prilocaine…

    Let us differentiate Prilocaine from others, now I’m giving you some pieces of information about Prilocaine.
    Prilocaine is a local anesthetic that help reduce pain and is injected near nerve trunks to produce nerve blocks, which is commonly used…

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    Devil Tattoo…

    To many, the Devil — or Satan — is a direct symbol of evil and wickedness. But it is not understood that only a small number of people get Devil tattoos to symbolize evil.
    In fact, many people get Devil tattoos to show their ties with the pagan wo…

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    Eagle Tattoo…

    Eagle Tattoos are large tattoos which symbolize power, success, freedom, wealth, prosperity, self-confidence, and the pride of nations. These tattoo are typically for male because it symbolizes the character of men. Eagle tattoo are popular among thos…

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    Flower Tattoo…

    Ladies are fond of flower tattoo and the flowers itself. Especially these flowers describe their feminine inside as a lady. Flower tattoos inscribe different meaning according to what it is, like rose for never ending feeling of love and feminine, lil…

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    Dennis Rodman…

    Dennis Keith Rodman also known as “Dennis the Menace” and “The Worm” were born May 13, 1961 in Trenton, New Jersey. Dennis is an American retired professional basketball player of the National Basketball Association’s (NBA) Detroit Pisto…

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    Tupac Shakur…

    Tupac Amaru Shakur (June 16, 1971 – September 13, 1996) as the most influential rapper (About.com), also known by his stage names 2Pac and Makaveli, was a famous American rapper. In addition to his status as a top-selling recording rapper artist, Tu…

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    Francis Durango Magalona (October 4, 1964 – March 6, 2009), also known as Francis Magalona, FrancisM, Master Rapper, and The Man From Manila, was a Filipino rapper, songwriter, producer, actor, director, and photographer. Often hailed as the “…

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    Mike Tyson…

    Michael Gerard “Mike” Tyson, also known as “Malik Abdul Aziz”, “Kid Dynamite”, “Iron Mike”, and “The Baddest Man on the Planet” born June 30, 1966, Tyson is a retired American boxer. He was the undis…

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    David Beckham…

    David Robert Joseph Beckham OBE was born May 2,1975 was an English footballer who currently plays in midfield for American Major League Soccer club Los Angeles Galaxy and the England national team.
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    Peel on the Skin…

    he Food and Drugs Administration has officially approved ZARS Pharma’s topical local anesthetic peel,lidocaine 7% and tetracaine 7% cream. A proprietary name has not been approved by the FDA. The anesthetic cream product is indicated for use in adult…

  111. Legalities of Electronic Cigarette…

    An electronic cigarette usually takes the form of some manner of elongated tube, though many are designed to resemble the outward appearance of real smoking products, like cigarettes, cigars, and pipes.
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  112. Cigarette…

    A cigarette is a product consumed through smoking and manufactured out of cured and finely cut tobaccoleaves and reconstituted tobacco, often combined with other additives, then rolled or stuffed into a paper-wrapped cylinder.
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  113. History of Cigarettes…

    The earliest forms of cigarettes have been attested in Central America around the 9th century in the form of reeds and smoking tubes. The Maya, and later the Aztecs, smoked tobacco and various psychoactive drugs in religious rituals and frequently depi…

  114. Tobacco…

    Tobacco is an agricultural product processed from the fresh leaves of plants in the genus Nicotiana. It can be consumed, used as an organic pesticide, and in the form of nicotine tartrate it is used in some medicines. In consumption it most commonly a…

  115. Smoking…

    Smoking is a practice where a substance, most commonly tobacco, is burned and the smoke tasted or inhaled. This is primarily practised as a route of administration for recreational drug use, as combustion releases the active substances in drugs such as…

  116. History of Smoking…

    The history of smoking can be dated to as early as 5000 BC, and has been recorded in many different cultures across the world. Early smoking evolved in association with religious ceremonies; as offerings to deities, in cleansing rituals or to allow sha…

  117. Cigarette Smoking Statistics…

    There are 1.1 billion smokers in the world today, and if current trends continue, that number is expected to increase to 1.6 billion by the year 2025.
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  118. Smoking Facts…

    Tobacco-brand appearances have been seen in many adolescent and family movies. These include Ghostbusters II, Home Alone 2, Honey I shrunk the Kids, Kindergarten Cop, men in Black and The Nutty Professor.
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  119. Quit Smoking…

    uperhuman willpower is often associated with using cold turkey to quit smoking. While having strong willpower is important, ultimately your success depends on how badly you want to quit and whether or not you believe you can do it. If you want to quit …

  120. Nicotine…

    According to the American Heart Association, “Nicotine addiction has historically been one of the hardest addictions to break.” The pharmacological and behavioral characteristics that determine tobacco addiction are similar to those that de…

  121. Electronic Cigarettes are Being Sold to Minors…

    MYTH: Electronic cigarettes are being sold to kids.
    FACT: Electronic cigarettes are intended for committed smokers of the legal age to smoke.
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  122. Electronic Cigarette Flavors Attract Minors…

    MYTH: Electronic cigarette cartridges offer many flavors in order to attract adolescent users.
    FACT: Many adult-intended products offer a variety of flavors.
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  123. Electronic Cigarette To Non-Smokers…

    MYTH: Electronic cigarettes make nicotine readily available to non-smokers.
    FACT: Electronic cigarettes are marketed to current smokers, not non-smokers.
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  124. What is in Electronic Cigarettes?…

    MYTH: No one knows what is in electronic cigarettes.
    FACT: Multiple studies have been conducted and the ingredients are well known.
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  125. Electronic Cigarette Market…

    MYTH: Electronic cigarettes cannot be legally marketed in the US.
    FACT: The FDA has not issued any formal guidance on electronic cigarettes.
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  126. Stop From Smoking…

    MYTH: You can stop people from smoking.
    FACT: Tobacco smoking increased in the US in 2008 for the first time since 1965.
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  127. Nicotine Is Bad For Us…

    MYTH: Nicotine is bad for you.
    FACT: The long-term use of nicotine is orders of magnitude safer than tobacco smoking.
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  128. List of Some Disease Cost by Smoking…

    The list of diseases caused by smoking includes chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD, including chronic bronchitis and emphysema), coronary heart disease, stroke, abdominal aortic aneurysm, acute myeloid leukemia,cataract, pneumonia, periodontit…

  129. Second Hand Smokers…

    Second-hand smoke consists of mainstream smoke, the smoke inhaled and exhaled by the smoker, and side stream smoke, the smoke released directly from the end of a burning cigarette.
    Smoke does a lot of damage – and not just to smokers. Anyone who’s …

  130. Shisha | Cigarette Alternatives…

    A hookah or shisha is a single or multi-stemmed (often glass-based) water pipe for smoking. Originally fromIndia, hookah has gained immense popularity, especially in the Middle East and is gaining popularity in the USA, UK, Canada, and elsewhere. Today…

  131. History of Shisha…

    In India in the court of the Mughal emperor Akbar following the European introduction of tobacco to India, Hakim Abul Fateh Gilani a descendant of Abdul Qadir Al-Gilani came from Baghdad to India who was later a physician in the court of Mughal raised …

  132. Cheaper Electronic Cigarettes…

    Electronic Cigarettes are an alternative to traditional tobacco cigarettes. The cigarettes consist of 3 parts: a battery, a vaporizer (with microchip) and a mouthpiece (nicotine or nicotine-free cartridges with different flavors). The electronic cigare…

  133. Smokers Calculator…

    Time for a change, if you want to compute how much cigarette you smoked the day when you had started smoking, just click on the calculator image and compute now how much you spent for the years had passed.
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  134. Smokeless Electronic Cigarette
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    Cheaper Electronic Cigarettes…

    Electronic Cigarettes are an alternative to traditional tobacco cigarettes. The cigarettes consist of 3 parts: a battery, a vaporizer (with microchip) and a mouthpiece (nicotine or nicotine-free cartridges with different flavors). The electronic cigare…

  135. Smokeless Electronic Cigarette
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    Second Hand Smokers…

    Every year, approximately 110 non-smokers in B.C. die from diseases brought on by second-hand smoke (sometimes called environmental tobacco smoke or “ETS”). Thousands more become sick.
    Second-hand smoke consists of mainstream smoke, the smo…

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    Disease Cost by Smoking…

    The list of diseases caused by smoking includes chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD, including chronic bronchitis and emphysema), coronary heart disease, stroke, abdominal aortic aneurysm, acute myeloid leukemia, cataract, pneumonia, periodonti…

  137. Smokeless Electronic Cigarette
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    Nicotine Is Bad For Us…

    (7)
    MYTH: Nicotine is bad for you.
    FACT: The long-term use of nicotine is orders of magnitude safer than tobacco smoking.
    Nicotine suffers from guilt-by-association with tobacco. The carcinogenic properties of nicotine in a standalone form, separated f…

  138. Smokeless Electronic Cigarette
    August 28, 2009 | 8:31 am

    Stop From Smoking…

    (6)
    MYTH: You can stop people from smoking.
    FACT: Tobacco smoking increased in the US in 2008 for the first time since 1965.
    After a 30-year decline in tobacco smoking in the U.S., the percentage of US adults who smoke tobacco increased in 2008 and f…

  139. Smokeless Electronic Cigarette
    August 28, 2009 | 8:37 am

    Electronic Cigarette Market…

    (5)
    MYTH: Electronic cigarettes cannot be legally marketed in the US.
    FACT: The FDA has not issued any formal guidance on electronic cigarettes.
    While it is true that some manufacturers have had the importation of their products stopped, it is also t…

  140. Smokeless Electronic Cigarette
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    What is in Electronic Cigarettes?…

    (4)
    MYTH: No one knows what is in electronic cigarettes.
    FACT: Multiple studies have been conducted and the ingredients are well known.
    Multiple studies by different laboratories around the globe have been conducted identifying that the vapor that is…

  141. Smokeless Electronic Cigarette
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    Nicotine Ready Electronic Cigarette…

    (3)
    MYTH: Electronic cigarettes make nicotine readily available to non-smokers.
    FACT: Electronic cigarettes are marketed to current smokers, not non-smokers.
    Nicotine is widely available in over-the-counter products including tobacco cigarettes and s…

  142. Smokeless Electronic Cigarette
    August 28, 2009 | 8:51 am

    Cigarette Flavors Attract Minors…

    (2)
    MYTH: Electronic cigarette cartridges offer many flavors in order to attract adolescent users.
    FACT: Many adult-intended products offer a variety of flavors.
    The preference for flavor is universal and not age-specific. Products of all types offer…

  143. Smokeless Electronic Cigarette
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    Electronic Cigarettes are Being Sold to Minors…

    (1)
    MYTH: Electronic cigarettes are being sold to kids.
    FACT: Electronic cigarettes are intended for committed smokers of the legal age to smoke.
    The industry advocates proper labeling, encourages retailers to check identification of customers and no…

  144. Smokeless Electronic Cigarette
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    Nicotine…

    According to the American Heart Association, “Nicotine addiction has historically been one of the hardest addictions to break.” The pharmacological and behavioral characteristics that determine tobacco addiction are similar to those that de…

  145. Smokeless Electronic Cigarette
    August 28, 2009 | 9:24 am

    Quit Smoking…

    Whatever the actual origin, quitting smoking cold turkey is probably the most popular, while not necessarily the most successful, method for quitting. It may also be the most challenging due to the severity of withdrawal symptoms the new ex-smoker face…

  146. Smokeless Electronic Cigarette
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    Smoking Facts…

    Kentucky is the nation’s leading tobacco grower.
    The biggest percentage of the world’s tobacco is grown in China.
    Large amounts of nicotine was once given to elephants in order to put them to sleep via animal dart guns.
    The Centers for Dise…

  147. Smokeless Electronic Cigarette
    August 28, 2009 | 9:35 am

    Cigarette Smoking Statistics…

    Tobacco use is expected to claim one billion lives this century unless serious anti-smoking efforts are made on a global level.
    Every eight seconds, a human life is lost to tobacco use somewhere in the world. That translates to approximately 5 million …

  148. Smokeless Electronic Cigarette
    August 28, 2009 | 9:42 am

    History of Smoking…

    The history of smoking can be dated to as early as 5000 BC, and has been recorded in many different cultures across the world. Early smoking evolved in association with religious ceremonies; as offerings to deities, in cleansing rituals or to allow sha…

  149. Smokeless Electronic Cigarette
    August 28, 2009 | 10:07 am

    Smoking…

    Smoking is a practice where a substance, most commonly tobacco, is burned and the smoke tasted or inhaled. This is primarily practised as a route of administration for recreational drug use, as combustion releases theactive substances in drugs such as …

  150. Smokeless Electronic Cigarette
    August 28, 2009 | 10:29 am

    Tobacco…

    Tobacco is an agricultural product processed from the fresh leaves of plants in the genus Nicotiana. It can be consumed, used as an organic pesticide, and in the form of nicotine tartrate it is used in some medicines. In consumption it most commonly a…

  151. Smokeless Electronic Cigarette
    August 28, 2009 | 10:34 am

    History of Cigarettes…

    The earliest forms of cigarettes have been attested in Central America around the 9th century in the form of reeds and smoking tubes. The Maya, and later the Aztecs, smoked tobacco and various psychoactive drugs in religious rituals and frequently depi…

  152. Smokeless Electronic Cigarette
    August 28, 2009 | 10:58 am

    Cigarette…

    A cigarette is a product consumed through smoking and manufactured out of cured and finely cut tobaccoleaves and reconstituted tobacco, often combined with other additives, then rolled or stuffed into a paper-wrapped cylinder. The cigarette is ignited …

  153. Smokeless Electronic Cigarette
    August 28, 2009 | 11:46 am

    Benefits of Electronic Cigarette…

    Doesnt contain Tobacco or Tar
    Does not cause Lung Cancer
    Does not produce Carbon Monoxide
    Doesnt contain harmful chemicals
    Looks exactly like a real cigarette
    Tastes and Feels like a real cigarette
    Can be smoked legally anywhere (even in front of a bab…

  154. Smokeless Electronic Cigarette
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    Legalities of Electronic Cigarette…

    In Australia, the sale of electronic cigarettes containing nicotine is illegal.
    In Austria electronic cigarettes are considered medical devices, and nicotine cartridges medicinal products. Therefore electronic cigarettes need to be CE-marked, and nicot…

  155. Smokeless Electronic Cigarette
    August 28, 2009 | 12:23 pm

    Smokers Calculator…

    Time for a change, if you want to compute how much cigarette you smoked the day when you had started smoking, just click on the calculator image and compute now how much you spent for the years had passed.
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  156. Smokeless Electronic Cigarette
    September 1, 2009 | 9:07 am

    Smoking is Fun…

    What is the nature of this psychological pleasure? It can be traced to the universal desire for self-expression. None of us ever completely outgrows his childhood. We are constantly hunting for the carefree enjoyment we knew as children. As we grew old…