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"I think the nicotine pouches are probably the safest way to consume nicotine," the former environmental lawyer told a Brazilian media outlet in August 2025 (via The Washington Times)

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Now, five years later, the same debate has arisen, and the MLBPA is taking the same stance

Increased Appetite: Many individuals experience an increase in appetite and food cravings during tobacco withdrawal

Although nicotine itself may not be a direct cause of cancer, it plays a significant role in promoting addiction and sustaining the use of harmful products