It is one of the oldest methods of preparing tobacco for consumption
Nicotine is a health danger for pregnant women and developing babies and can damage a developing babys brain and lungs

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Use of nicotine pouches appears low among adults, too
After obtaining the subjects oral consent, the visit included also a measurement of EGM taste sensitivity in all subjects (smokers and non-smokers) and an evaluation of the carbon monoxide (CO) level in expired air in smokers