Norwegian Study Sees Snus as Most Effective Tool to Stop Smoking
A recent investigation carried out by the Norwegian public health institute proposes that tobacco snus holds the highest potential as an aid for individuals endeavoring to quit smoking. The study, led by Ingeborg Lund and Marianne Lund, who are both associated with the Norwegian Institute of Public Health, aimed to assess various methods for quitting smoking and the associated success rates.
As per the outcomes, snus emerged as the standout aid, demonstrating a greater likelihood of assisting smokers in their cessation efforts. It also emerged as the most commonly employed approach for quitting smoking and was exclusively linked with successful outcomes.
These findings align with prior Norwegian research that identified a connection between snus use and successful smoking cessation. Moreover, they are consistent with analogous investigations in Norway and Sweden, where snus usage is widespread.
The researchers concluded that, “The efficacy and prevalence of snus position it as the most effective cessation aid in Norway, with the greatest potential to contribute positively to public health.”
SWEDEN’S GLOBAL ROLE IN RISK REDUCTION IS EVOLVING Traditionally, Sweden has been globally recognized as a pioneer in harm reduction due to its extensive utilization of Swedish snus and nicotine pouches, alongside the populace’s preference for oral nicotine products over smoking. It was even anticipated, and widely covered by international media earlier this year, that Sweden could potentially achieve the status of the world’s inaugural “smoke-free” nation, boasting a populace with less than five percent of daily smokers.
However, the recent insights from Norway imply that Sweden is no longer the exclusive benchmark for harm reduction. The research from neighbouring Norway underscores the potential effectiveness of reduced-risk oral nicotine products in aiding smoking cessation.
For those seeking a more comprehensive grasp of the study’s specifics, the research paper titled