Is a bidi a safe alternative to cigarette?
No. Studies have shown that bidis are higher in carbon monoxide, tar, and nicotine than cigarettes. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention states, “An unfiltered bidi releases three to five times more tar and nicotine than a regular cigarette despite containing less tobacco.” Research also indicates that bidi smokers are at risk of developing oral cancer, lung cancer, and other health problems similar to those of cigarette smokers.
