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Welcome to the best e cigarette guide available on the net for 2014! On our site you will become familiar with all the different types of e cigarette (also known as an electronic cigarette, ecig or electric/vapor cigarette), e cigars, and e liquids.

The difference with our guide, is that we explain the pro and cons between all the major e cig styles and brands, including reviews with videos, so you get to see what they are like, all with expert analysis and in a language that you will understand!

Take a moment and look at the table above you are only a few clicks away from finding the perfect device for you. Choose a brand and read all about them to find out the benefits and the drawbacks.

All you want to do is find the most perfect e cig to help you live a life without the need of tobacco, you re probably interested in the different varieties of e cigs and e liquids on the market, well we can help you here. If your struggling to find a device to meet all your needs and don’t want to waste your money buying 10 different types and brands then you need our guide.

Your search online for the best e cig has unearthed a lot of flashy sites with banners blinking at you and sales pitches that don’t really make that much sense. The vast majority of these types of guides are only based on the basic starter kits available on the market, but do not show videos of the brands in action so you can see for yourself if it’s a device worth considering.

SmokeTastic takes a different approach. On our site you will learn about all the top devices that are currently available, each review has a video showing you how much vapor and how the e cig operates under normal conditions. It is very difficult to judge the best brands, so just because we have ranked a brand at number 1 doesn’t necessarily mean it will suit you perfectly, so our advice is to take a look at a number of our guides and watch the videos to see the style and have a better idea if it is a brand that will suit.

The last thing that we want is to see you buy a cheap brand and turn back to smoking tobacco, we are trying to help smokers learn more about the better products available, without the normal high pressure sales pitches, we believe after reading our reviews you will be in a stronger position to pick the perfect device.

How to Find the Best E Cig for Smokers

It is becoming more and more difficult to find the best e cigarette starter kit, and it is fair to say that not every type will suit every smoker. For example, take a regular cigarette, not everyone smokes the same brand, and for that not everyone smokes the same type, some smoke roll ups, some smoke cigars, so similarly there are different types of ecigarette to suit different requirements. Let’s look at a few of these types

Rechargeable Electronic Cigarettes

There are commonly two types of rechargeable ecigarette, that is the 3 piece design and the 2 piece, the 3 piece design consists of a battery, a separate atomizer, and a chamber to fill your e liquid, the main advantage of this is that you can play around with the flavors and change the atomizer resistance measured in ohms. The more advanced e smokers use this 3 piece design and one of the most popular designs is known as the eGo range. The big disadvantage of this type though is that you have to change the atomizer yourself and fill the e liquid up which although only takes a couple of minutes at worst, is a bit of a drawback. The 2 piece design however is much more appreciated to the new e smoker, as it is simply a case of charging up and off you go! The two piece design consists of a battery and a cartomizer, which is basically a sealed unit consisting of both the atomizer and the cartridge of e liquid. This means the user only has to replace the cartomizer once the e liquid or vapor has run out, on replacement you get a fresh atomizer so the vapor is as thick and fresh as a new one. We have put a list of these starter kits in the table above each starter kit has its own video so you can see the vapor and the quality of the brand.

Disposable Electronic Cigarettes

Now disposable types are a completely different animal, but work on the same principles as a rechargeable one, they have the same components, i.e. a battery, atomizer and cartridge of e liquid but the unit is completely sealed. This means as soon as either the battery or vapor run out you have to throw it away, just like a traditional cigarette. The main disadvantage of this type is that you are not getting the quality components as you would with the other products they are meant to be used once and are only built to last a short amount of time. Although the convenience of these disposable products is great, simply unpack and start smoking. In our opinion these type of products are great for those people who want to get an idea of what e smoking is like, but you are not really experiencing the possibilities available to you, and would always recommend the first two options.

Electronic Cigars

This is an interesting type! And although when we first received our first e cigar back in 2003 we were all laughing and thought it was a bit of a gimmick! Now the main difference between the e cigar and the e cigarette is the look, the functionality is exactly the same, but the e liquid flavor is tailored to the cigar smoker. Now in our opinion your far better going with a rechargeable type and choosing a cigar flavoring, but if you have room in your pocket and want to look a little different then possibly go with this option, but bear in mind that you are restricting yourself with flavors and replacement accessories.

Personal Vaporizers

This type is taking e smoking to a new level, and you can spend hundreds of dollars personalizing your e smoking to suit you. As e smoking becomes more and more popular the demand for the perfect smoke is becoming ever more demanding, and hence, as I mentioned before, you cannot expect to have one type or one setup to suit all smokers and this is really the huge benefit of personalized vaporizers. They consist of a variable voltage and wattage battery allowing the user to choose their perfect power level, an atomizer which can either be a sealed unit or allow the user to rap their own gage wire over a wick which can alter the resistance or heat levels and a reservoir or chamber to hold the e liquid. The e liquid can either be bought off the shelf or self mixed to again suit your flavor and thickness of vapor. We would never recommend a new user to choose a personalized vaporizer as their first electronic cigarette, as you can soon become frustrated with the setup and if you don’t know what you re doing, you might find it tough to produce a vapor that is of any quality.

So now we have considered the different types that are available, we thought we would make your job in choosing your first product a little easier. On our site you will find what we found to be the best quality products available on the market. Take a look at each of the guides, and choose for yourself which is most suited for you!

SmokeTastic Latest Updates Latest Review Information

This month was a busy month for us here at , we have moved to the wordpress platform to improve our engagement with our readers so hopefully you will see an improved service! We are busy reviewing new brands on a daily basis, so please come back to see how the newer brands compete for the top spot, but at the moment that crown goes to Green Smoke, you can read that guide here. We are also still following the FDA news very closely to see what or if they propose any ne
w rules about the use of e cigarettes, we will of course be writing up news stories as they unfold on our blog as always!

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Electronic Cigarette Review Intro

We recorded a video to show you which brands we have reviewed to date

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About The Author

I’m Nick, one of the featured editor here at , I personally have been reviewing the best electronic cigarette starter kits for the last 5 years now. Within our site you should find all the information you need to make an intelligent choice of your first and hopefully last electronic cigarette kit.

If however you feel you know a brand that is missing and would love us to review it, then please get in contact with us, we try and reply to all requests and in most cases review that particular brand.

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Reference Sites

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The effects of cigarette smoking on metabolism

Metabolism describes the physical and chemical processes that create and use energy within a living cell or organism. How our bodies break down the food we eat and convert it to energy is a function of metabolism. Metabolic rate describes how fast these processes occur. Approximately 70% of the calories we burn each day are used to keep our organs working properly.

Cigarette Smoking and Metabolism

Cigarette smoking increases a person’s metabolic rate in part by forcing the heart to beat faster. When a cigarette is inhaled, the smoker’s heart may beat 10 to 20 times more per minute for a period of time. This causes extra stress on the heart and plays a role in heart disease, the most common cause of smoking related death.

And think about this A smoking habit of 20 cigarettes a day puts approximately the same amount of stress on the heart as 90 pounds of extra weight would. When we stop smoking, heart rate slows down somewhat, causing metabolism to dip a bit as well.

While shifts in metabolism, along with dietary changes, can signal a slight weight gain, we can take steps to build our metabolic rate back up in ways that benefit our health rather than destroy it, as smoking does. If weight gain due to smoking cessation is something you fear or is a reality you’re struggling with, use the tips below to help you keep your weight stable as you recover from nicotine addiction.

Using Exercise to Boost Metabolism and Minimize Weight Gain

• Exercise burns calories and boosts metabolism for up to 24 hours after working out.

• Nicotine use triggers the release of dopamine in the brain, a neurotransmitter responsible for feelings of happiness and satisfaction. Exercise also releases this same brain chemical, but in a healthy way that allows us to enjoy the pleasant effects of dopamine without risking our health to do it.

• Exercise breaks down fat and releases it into the bloodstream. This works to curb feelings of hunger.

Increasing your level of daily activity provides other important benefits as well.

Exercise has been shown to

• Help control cholesterol levels and heart disease

• Help control the effects of diabetes

• Slow bone loss associated with advancing age

• Lower the risk of certain cancers.

Tips to Add More Activity to Daily Tasks

Be sure to check in with your doctor before beginning a new exercise regimen, especially if you aren’t accustomed to being active.

• Take five.
  The next time you feel tense or have the urge to smoke, head out for a brisk 5 minute walk up the street and back. It works wonders for snapping you out of a bad mood and gets your heart pumping too.

• Park at the back of the lot.
  Don’t patrol the parking lot looking for the space that is closest to the entrance of the building. Head for the back of the lot and take advantage of the opportunity to add a few more steps to your day.

• Use the stairs.
  Even if you climb the stairs every other time you need to move from one level to another, you’re benefiting your health and helping your waistline.

• Get your hands dirty.
  Otherwise known as gardening, digging in the dirt is good for the spirit. And yes, it burns calories too.

• Breathe deep and embrace your yard work.
  Everything from mowing the lawn to raking leaves counts as exercise, and potentially a significant amount at that.

• Use housework as a tool.
  While this may not be the way you’d prefer to get your exercise, housework is a part of daily life for just about all of us. Make the most of yours by doing your household chores at a strong, steady pace. You’ll burn more calories than you might imagine.

Sporting Activities
Try to schedule time for sports a few times a week as you move through the process of recovery from nicotine addiction. If you don’t have a favorite sport, now would be a good time to start something new. Walking and swimming are two low impact activities that are good for just about everyone. And remember, be sure to get your doctor’s approval before committing to a new exercise routine.

Swimming
Swimming is a very low impact way to exercise your body and refresh yourself at the same time. If you don’t have a local club that offers public swims, check with area hotels. They often allow non guests to use their pool/exercise facilities for a small fee.

• The Benefits of Swimming

Dancing
Whether it’s in your living room to a piece of favorite music, or a night out at the club with friends, dancing is a fun way to be active. You don’t have to be a good dancer to enjoy this form of exercise and burn lots of calories while you’re at it.

• Become a Dancer

Walking
A good pair of walking shoes is the only equipment you need to get started with this form of exercise. Walk the neighborhood on sunny days, or, if the weather is bad, walk the circumference of the mall. Or use a treadmill to get your daily steps in indoors.

• Walking for Beginners

Bicycling
Bicycling is a wonderful way to work your body while enjoying the benefits of being outdoors. Pack a water bottle and a light snack, and head out on your bike to explore your surroundings.

• Selecting the Right Bike for You

Strength Training
Especially important for those of us who are getting older, strength training builds muscle mass and slows bone loss while boosting metabolic rate.

• Getting Started With Strength Training

Yoga
Yoga improves balance while strengthening the body. It also benefits mood by helping us let go of stress that we often unconsciously carry along with us day to day. If you’ve never tried yoga, follow the link below to learn more about it.

• How to Start Doing Yoga

Every little bit of movement counts when it comes to counteracting the effects of smoking cessation related weight gain, not to mention benefiting overall health. Be creative and committed to incorporating regular exercise into your life, and think of physical activity as an important tool in your smoking cessation toolbox. Use it to boost metabolism, mood, and ultimately, your motivation to succeed at booting the butts out of your life, once and for all.

Source

The Surgeon General’s Call to Action to Prevent and Decrease Overweight and Obesity. 11 January 2007. U.S. Dept. of Health and Human Services.