The name Jean Nicot may not ring a bell nowadays but he was a celebrity in the 15th century for introducing tobacco to France.
Born in Nimes located at the south of France in 1530, Nicot didn’t come from a wealthy or influential family. His father was just a humble notary in the place where ... Views: 816
Here’s one instance where made in the USA may not be a good thing and may convince you to stop smoking or quit smoking fast. A small study made by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) found that American cigarettes have more cancer- causing chemicals than other cigarette brands ... Views: 763
People don’t normally welcome the idea of having a stuffy nose but the residents of a German village sure know how to make one. That’s because the small Bavarian village of Kucha is the site of the yearly German Tobacco Sniffing Championship.
The rules of the contest are simple. Just fill ... Views: 948
Why do you smoke? That simple question may be difficult to answer since different people have different reasons for smoking.
Some believe that smoking is cool and makes them a part of a special crowd. Others are influenced by friends or family members and start smoking. Popular movies and ... Views: 850
We all know about the dangers of smoking today – the reason why many people want to stop smoking or quit smoking fast. But our forefathers didn’t have this information before. In fact, tobacco was a prized commodity in those days and was even used as a medicine.
The history of smoking goes ... Views: 1170