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E-cigarettes Are Not Risk-Free During Pregnancy, Expert Warns About Vanillin Flavoring
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E-cigarettes Are Not Risk-Free During Pregnancy, Expert Warns About Vanillin Flavoring

From Cumhuriyet · () Turkish

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  • Prof. Dr. Funda Göde warned that e-cigarettes may pose risks during pregnancy beyond their nicotine content.
  • She cited a study examining vanillin’s effects on human embryonic stem cells and said the flavoring may affect early pregnancy.

E-cigarettes should not be assessed only by their nicotine content during pregnancy, according to obstetrics and IVF specialist Prof. Dr. Funda Göde.

Göde pointed to research examining vanillin, a flavoring commonly used in e-cigarettes, and its effects on human embryonic stem cells. She said the findings suggest that the substance can produce biological effects in cells that model early embryonic development.

Aroma substances also enter the body through inhalation.

— Prof. Dr. Funda GödeGöde said e-cigarette flavoring chemicals should be considered alongside nicotine when assessing pregnancy risks.

“Aroma substances also enter the body through inhalation,” Göde said. She warned that vanillin may affect the earliest stage of pregnancy, adding that the study indicated a possible impact on early embryonic development.

Vanillin may affect the earliest period of pregnancy.

— Prof. Dr. Funda GödeShe warned about the possible effects of vanillin during early pregnancy.
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