For years now Public Health England has stated again and again that E-Cigarettes are MUCH better than cigarettes. In fact they have assured time and time again that e-cigs are at least 95% less harmful than cigarettes! For those who don’t know, Public Health England (or PHE for short) is an independent government agency focused on the health and well being of the country. They advise and provide evidence to local governments and Parliament on health-related matters, such as smoking. Professor Kevin Fanton, the Director of Health and Wellbeing at Public Health England stated that smoking is still England’s number one killer,...

 Vape flavours inspired by nature One of the advantages of vaping is the opportunity to try new flavours. Most smokers start with a tobacco flavour when they first move to e-cigarettes, and here at SMOKO we recommend that. After all for many smokers they have been tasting tobacco for 20+ years when the got their nicotine, which can be a hard habit to break.  However after you have gotten used to vaping, why not opt for a new taste and try something different? When using a cigarette style vape, naturally inspired vape refills can certainly jazz up your day, adding a new dimension to...

With more people than ever beginning to seriously think about the dangers of smoking, e-cigarettes have become one of the most popular ways of getting away from cigarettes.   E-Cigarettes have a host of practical benefits, from as being 95% less harmful than cigarettes and up to 80% cheaper than tobacco. However what really sets E-cigarettes apart from the other nicotine replacements are the flavours!   Here at SMOKO we normally suggest that you try a tobacco flavour when you are first making the move from cigarettes to vaping. We find that by starting with one of our tobacco flavours...

With the introduction of E-Cigarettes a few years back it is becoming more and more popular for smokers in their 30s and 40s around the UK to make the switch from smoking cigarettes to enjoying e-cigs.    The advantages are obvious, not only are e-cigs 95% less harmful than cigarettes but by making the switch they will also save a huge amount of money due to the ever increasing price of cigarettes.    But it's not just the money or the health reasons smokers are making the switch to e-cigarettes and staying off the cigarettes. With the introduction of e-cigarettes a...

Running out of refills and batteries can be a major inconvenience. When it’s mid-week, you’re working Monday to Friday, and you’re busy visiting friends and family at the weekend, it can be a real hassle. If you’re looking to save time and money, then signing up to a subscription service for your E-cigarettes and vape products might be for you. Here are three reasons you should consider it.   Save some cash Buying stock online and in bulk is a fantastic way to save some cash. Plus, as the products are delivered right to your door, you’ll have no petrol...

Even though smoking is the number 1 preventable killer in the world, for some people the worry of what will happen after they quit is stopping them from putting down the cigarettes for good.   It's a common myth that when you stop smoking you gain weight, and by smoking you are keeping that weight off. And to a certain extent that is true as most smokers do gain weight after they stop smoking, but on average it is only about 5kg.    Although 5kg doesn't seem like enough to keep on smoking cigarettes (which have 4000+ chemicals and 50+...

When most of us hear the word nicotine, the first thought we have is tobacco. It's natural after all, as tobacco has been one of the only ways to get nicotine for the last 2000 years.   That's nicotine is considered so dangerous, as it was always linked to smoking. And there is no doubt on how dangerous tobacco is, with 7 million people dying from smoking every year.   But does nicotine contribute to these deaths? The answer is a little more complicated than you might think.   Nicotine is undoubtedly the reason that people smoke as it is...

We all know that smoking is bad for you, but not many realised that smoking effected how we sleep as well.   Missing a night of sleep might not be the end of the world, but as anyone who hasn’t been able to sleep for more than a couple of nights can tell you, lack of sleep can be horrible.   Researchers point out that a prolonged lack of sleep can lead to anxiety, mood disorders, depression and cognitive dysfunction. This means that in addition to the myriad health benefits of quitting smoking, you’ll also get a better night’s sleep...

  Sometimes tragedy can strike, and for many ex-smokers it can be an instinct to turn to cigarettes even though we know they won't help us in the long run. Smoking then becomes something we dislike about ourselves, but just can't get away from.      Today we have a great account of one of the many people who have used SMOKO E-Cigarettes to get away from cigarettes for good and make the switch.   This is Shaun's story.   I finally quit smoking and I feel better than I've felt in years!   I have actually gone through this before, I used...

We all know the health concerns related to smoking, but for many smokers that is a background concern, a fact that everyone knows but ignore.   The other major damage smoking does though is directly to your bank account and that can be harder to ignore. For some then making the switch to electronic cigarettes is because they want to save money, however it is not always clear how much can be saved by switching. That is why we decided to take a look into it and tell you exactly what you could be saving each month…   The price...

Stopping smoking can be one of the most difficult things we can attempt. Not only are you fighting against a chemical addiction (with cigarettes being specifically designed to be as addictive as possible) but also years of habit as well.   That's why even when you have nicotine patches or gum it can be so difficult to actually quit!   Here at SMOKO we collected some of the most helpful tips (including using an e-cigarette) that got us through those first few days without a cigarette.   1. FIND YOUR REASON Everyone knows the smoking is terrible for you, but...

If you want to stop smoking but aren’t sure how, or maybe you’ve tried and failed, then e-cigarettes may be the best option for you.   How can I use e-cigarettes to stop smoking?   Smoking is a habit, not just because of the addictive nicotine, but the act itself.   Whether it's when you are having a drink at the end of the day, or with your first coffee in the morning, smoking is part of our daily routine. And because of this routine constantly reminding you smoking, it can be extremely difficult to quit. Every day when you...