Shadowing Practice: Why Is Gen Z Aging So Fast? A Dermatologist Explains - Learn English Speaking with YouTube
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Vaping is seriously damaging your skin.
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Vaping is seriously damaging your skin.
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It's contributing to premature skin aging,
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not to mention it's really,
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really, really bad for your health.
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And a lot of young people have been sold a pack of lies when it comes to vaping.
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And in this video, we're gonna highlight how damaging vaping is,
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not just for your skin,
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but for your total body health,
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what exactly it does to you.
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Cutting the vape out takes priority over your skincare routine.
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Well, vaping or e-cigarettes, they're handheld devices.
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They heat a liquid into an aerosol that you inhale.
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That liquid often contains nicotine,
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as well as propylene glycol, vegetable glycerin, and flavorings.
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The vaping industry has marketed these as a safer alternative to smoking cigarettes.
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They even have sold it as a safe and effective way for quitting cigarettes.
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That's misleading.
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Many so-called nicotine-free vapes actually still contain nicotine.
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Because vaping in the grand landscape of things is relatively young,
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we're still beginning to understand the effects vaping has on the body, including the skin.
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But before we zoom into the skin,
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let's talk about the effects vaping has on your body.
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E-cigarettes have been linked to lung inflammation,
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chronic cough, and worsening respiratory issues.
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They deliver nicotine.
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Nicotine is highly addictive.
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Many vaping devices deliver nicotine in a high concentration.
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The The American Medical Association warns that vaping can harm the heart,
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impair brain development in young people,
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and lead to long-term dependence.
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Meaning you are hooked, you are a customer for life,
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which I imagine is what the vaping industry wants.
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They want to hook people young and get them addicted so that they remain a customer for life.
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It's not a harmless habit.
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Here's what we know about how vaping affects your skin.
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First, it's been shown to impair wound healing,
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similar to how smoking cigarettes is well established to impair wound healing.
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Nicotine restricts blood flow.
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Basically, that means less oxygen,
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fewer micronutrients, growth factors needed for healthy skin.
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This really slows down your skin's ability to repair itself.
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Second, vaping has been linked to contact dermatitis and allergic skin reactions,
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especially around the mouth and the hands.
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Common culprits are nickel, surprisingly.
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Nickel from the heating coils plus the chemical flavorings act as irritants and allergens.
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Also, there are cases of documented skin conditions that significantly worsen with vaping.
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These include discoid lupus, morphia,
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and periorificial dermatitis, not to mention burns.
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Yes, burns have been known to happen from exploding batteries or devices overheating.
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These have caused cases of real injury to the thighs and the hands.
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Let's get into the nitty-gritty about the science behind how vaping speeds up skin aging.
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First of all, vaping increases inflammation in the skin.
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Lab studies show that e-cigarette usage worsens skin cell health integrity and that it increases certain pro-inflammatory cytokines.
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Second, vaping generates a lot of oxidative stress.
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That means more free radicals,
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which can damage your collagen and elastin.
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This leads to wrinkles, dullness, and accelerated skin aging.
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Third is related to the nicotine itself.
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Nicotine, again, causes vasoconstriction, which means your skin is not getting the nutrients it needs to heal,
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to repair, to recover.
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And finally, the heat and the chemicals from vaping,
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they can compromise skin barrier integrity,
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making your skin more vulnerable to irritation, redness, and sensitivity.
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Symptoms of like burning, stinging, discomfort.
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So while vaping may seem harmless on the outside it is slowly poisoning your body
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and that's gonna show up on your skin because hello your skin is a window to what is going on internally.
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I want to address some of the biggest myths that I hear perpetuated with regards to vaping.
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Number one is that vaping is a safe alternative to smoking cigarettes.
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The truth is, vaping is not harmless.
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And many of the long-term risks are still unknown,
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especially when we're talking about the skin.
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And I want you guys to keep that in mind because 20 or 30 years from now,
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I don't want people coming on the internet
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and being like they told us they told us these were
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safe all along they knew they were not um no we
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don't know how safe they are we're not telling you they're safe okay this is documented evidence
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that doctors are not telling people
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that vaping is safe devices are widely different as well not
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to mention the devices themselves they vary a lot with regards to the heat the chemicals they use
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and the amounts of nicotine so it's really impossible to say
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that anyone vape is safe And just because the skin effects may not seem as obvious to you right now,
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as perhaps the lung effects might be,
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which perhaps you're already experiencing,
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it doesn't mean that they're not real and you won't regret this down the road.
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All right.
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So if you are vaping, what can you do?
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Are you just stuck now forever,
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permanently latched onto this thing?
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I encourage you to quit.
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Quitting is possible.
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It's the single best thing you can do right now for your skin,
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for your overall health, for your anti-aging, looks-maxing goals.
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If you need help, talk to a doctor, a physician.
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There are all sorts of nicotine replacement therapies and quitting tools out there that can be a tremendous asset to you.
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You just have to ask for help.
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And your healthcare provider, that's the best place to start.
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Also, don't delude yourself into thinking that if you just use a vitamin C serum or some antioxidant serum,
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it'll protect you from all that extra oxidative stress.
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Okay, all right, all right.
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If you wanna believe in magic,
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most importantly, pay attention to your skin.
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If you're developing a rash,
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skin skin problem, don't hesitate to see a board-certified dermatologist for the correct diagnosis and treatment plan.
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Don't ignore your skin.
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It gives it many, many clues.
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When should you bother to see a dermatologist?
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While seeing a health care provider is a great place to start for quitting,
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when should you take it to the step of seeing a board-certified dermatologist for the skin consequences of vaping?
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If you've developed redness, itchiness on your hands or around your mouth.
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Those can be warning signs of skin conditions related to vaping and a dermatologist can help address those.
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If you've noticed that your cuts or wounds are slowly healing,
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if you've developed skin rashes that don't seem to go away,
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definitely see a board certified dermatologist.
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Whether it's related to the vaping or something else,
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very important to clarify early on what it is that you have going on so that it can be treated appropriately.
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Dermatologists are the experts on skin conditions,
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including skin conditions related to the vape.
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Not only can they nail the diagnosis and tell you what it is you have,
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they can help guide you as to how to get rid of it.
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Vaping is not good for your health.
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It's not just a skin health problem,
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it is a total body health problem.
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Yeah, the evidence is still emerging,
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but what we know so far is that vaping clearly is not good for you.
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It's only a matter of time before we learn all of the true consequences this has on your total body.
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I really hope this video was helpful to you guys and that you learned something.
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If you liked it, give it a thumbs up,
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share it with your friends,
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and as always, don't forget, sunscreen and subscribe.
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I'll talk to you guys tomorrow.
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Bye!
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Why practice speaking with this video?
In this video, a dermatologist discusses the rapid skin aging phenomenon among Gen Z, primarily linking it to harmful habits like vaping. By dialoguing about such a relevant topic, viewers can engage in meaningful conversations about health, lifestyle choices, and the implications of modern habits. Practicing English speaking with this content is particularly beneficial as it enables learners to articulate their thoughts on contemporary issues, enhancing their ability to express opinions and engage critically. Utilizing this video also allows for excellent IELTS speaking practice, helping learners prepare for personal expression and analytical discussions in the exam.
Grammar & Expressions in Context
As learners dive into the transcript, several key structures stand out that can enhance their speaking skills:
- “has been linked to” - This phrase is often used to indicate relationships and cause-effect scenarios. For instance, “Vaping has been linked to lung inflammation” teaches how to discuss consequences.
- “it’s not a harmless habit” - This expression emphasizes the severity of an issue, suitable for debates or persuasive contexts. Practicing this kind of phrasing can improve argumentative skills in English.
- “cutting the vape out takes priority over” - This structure highlights the significance of prioritizing health choices. Using similar phrases can help learners effectively compare and contrast different options in conversations.
- “to understand the effects vaping has on the body” - Learners can utilize this construction to describe knowledge acquisition in various subjects, enhancing their academic speaking.
Common Pronunciation Traps
While practicing the speaking techniques discussed in the video, English learners might encounter certain pronunciation challenges:
- “vaping” - The pronunciation of this word can vary, so focusing on the long 'a' sound can help in standardizing the pronunciation.
- “nicotine” - This word often causes confusion; practicing its syllabification as nic-o-tine will assist in clearer articulation.
- “inflammation” - Stressing the correct syllables in this multi-syllable word is crucial for clear communication. Stress it as in-flam-ma-tion.
- “dermatologist” - Ensure to practice the pronunciation of this compound word, emphasizing the segments der-ma-tol-o-gist to ensure clarity in discussions about health.
Utilizing the shadowing technique with this video not only improves vocabulary and pronunciation but also bolsters fluency and confidence in speaking. This method allows learners to imitate the rhythm and intonation of native speakers during english speaking practice.
What is the Shadowing Technique?
Shadowing is a science-backed language learning technique originally developed for professional interpreter training and popularized by polyglot Dr. Alexander Arguelles. The method is simple but powerful: you listen to native English audio and immediately repeat it out loud — like a shadow following the speaker with just a 1–2 second delay. Unlike passive listening or grammar drills, shadowing forces your brain and mouth muscles to simultaneously process and reproduce real speech patterns. Research shows it significantly improves pronunciation accuracy, intonation, rhythm, connected speech, listening comprehension, and speaking fluency — making it one of the most effective methods for IELTS Speaking preparation and real-world English communication.
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