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Air Date: Wednesday, December 24, 2003

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Nicotine Water

If you're trying to quit smoking, a heated debate surrounding a new product promises to help smokers kick the habit. Called Nico-Water, it's a beverage that is supposed to help ease nicotine cravings. But critics say Nico-Water makes it easier to ingest nicotine, which sustains the addiction. The FDA denied a request to market the product as a dietary supplement. A second ruling is pending.