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Study: Vaping Shows Similar Fitness Effects to Smoking

Researchers found vaping and smoking each cut peak exercise capacity and oxygen uptake by about 15% in 75 young adults.

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A study published Tuesday in ERJ Open Research found that young adults aged 18 to 30 who vape or smoke have approximately 15% lower exercise capacity than those who have never used either product.

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The negative effects of smoking on health are well known. A recent study now shows that it doesn't seem to matter for fitness whether someone smokes tobacco or e-cigarettes.

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Smoking can be demonstrably fatal. Little is known about the long-term consequences of steaming. A study now provides important clues.

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Medical Xpress broke the news on Monday, July 13, 2026.
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