Hayley Jarvis Johnpaul, a 16-year-old, started using nicotine pouches as a way to quit vaping but ended up dealing with another addiction. Initially, he used up to 15 pouches daily, though he has since reduced his intake to five. Health experts warn that these pouches are addictive and pose potential health risks, yet they remain largely unregulated in the UK. The upcoming ban on disposable vapes may drive more youth towards nicotine pouches. Johnpaul, along with peers, is working on a project to raise awareness about these products and their impacts.
"It just led to another addiction. It's just an instant hit. It makes me forget my surroundings. I'm not going to say I don't enjoy that..."
"Most times people wouldn't know because it's tucked away in your gum... I've tried to stop before, but it's something you can get highly addicted to..."
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