Experts concerned over health effects of high-dose nicotine pouches as sales soar in UK

The rapid rise in sales of high-dose nicotine pouches in the UK has sparked significant concern among health experts regarding their impact on young users. Teenagers have reported experiencing nicotine rushes, sickness, and fainting, raising alarms about the safety of these products, which are marketed as tobacco-free yet are high in nicotine content. This trend has led to questions about whether these pouches genuinely assist smokers in quitting or if they are merely enticing a new generation into nicotine addiction. As the tobacco industry diversifies its offerings, UK ministers are contemplating tighter regulations to address these health risks and protect younger populations from potential harm.