Aruni Bhatnagar discusses cardiovascular risks of nicotine pouches
August 21, 2026Aruni Bhatnagar was recently featured by CBS News discussing the cardiovascular health concerns associated with nicotine pouches. Bhatnagar explained that nicotine can increase heart rate and blood pressure and constrict blood vessels, placing additional stress on the cardiovascular system. His comments were included in a CBS News report examining the FDA’s recent authorization of additional nicotine pouch products and the ongoing questions surrounding their potential health impacts.