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* Snus may cause irritation of the oral mucosa and a stinging/tingling sensation, however 'Sting free Snus' is one approach to help solve this. The other is to place the pouches in different locations each time. Note there is '''no link to disease or cancer,''' merely discomfort at worst. | * Snus may cause irritation of the oral mucosa and a stinging/tingling sensation, however 'Sting free Snus' is one approach to help solve this. The other is to place the pouches in different locations each time. Note there is '''no link to disease or cancer,''' merely discomfort at worst. | ||
=== Is | === Is Snus an appropriate and acceptable harm reduction product? === | ||
Snus fulfils the criteria for a tobacco harm reduction product. It is a low risk nicotine product and delivers acceptable doses to those who use it. In countries in which it is allowed it is popular and has contributed to declines in smoking and smoking related diseases. | Snus fulfils the criteria for a tobacco harm reduction product. It is a low risk nicotine product and delivers acceptable doses to those who use it. In countries in which it is allowed it is popular and has contributed to declines in smoking and smoking related diseases. | ||
[[File:Sweden thr.jpg|none|thumb|Nicotine use is around the EU average, but safer product Snus save lives. Proof of harm reduction. ]] | |||
=== The human cost of the ban on snus === | === The human cost of the ban on snus === | ||