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Snus

Snus is a type of moist snuff that was first used in Sweden and Norway. It's sold loose or in pouches. Snus is pasteurized, meaning product makers briefly heat it at high temperatures. This process aims to kill bacteria that can produce cancer-causing chemicals. Some evidence suggests that snus users aren't at as great a risk as cigarette users are for mouth cancer, heart disease, stroke, lung cancer and other lung problems.