Sometimes it's just better to hear about it from those affected by it....
"I am so pleased to see your Targard products still exist. I just ordered 3 permanent filters for my daughter. I would like people to know that my mother who is 96 started using your permanent filter system with the metal insert way back in 1965. She has been smoking all her adult life and has never had the slightest problem with her lungs, no morning cough, no problems at all. This may be due to her metabolism in part, but I have always been convinced that the Targard filter was the main reason she never developed any of the usual problems that smokers have. "
"Cigarettes have chemicals that must not be good for and it is, of course, better to not smoke at all. However, for those who can't quit, the Targuard system is, I believe, a good alternative. I commend Targard and the inventor of this product for it's quality and success!"
J. Nugent
To learn more about TarGard please visit us at www.targard.com
Tuesday, July 28, 2009
Friday, June 12, 2009
You asked us what we like about TarGard so here goes :)
My family (mother, daughter, me and my son-in-law) started using the small disposable ones about a month ago. We all love them!
I like these filters because the smoke seem cleaner or something. And something I did not know - the tar in cigarettes must be the stuff that makes your clothes and room stink after smoking. My clothes don't smell like I've been smoking anymore!! My daughter thought I was crazy when I told her, but then she decided to test this by smoking a cigarette (without a TarGard filter) and go back inside. She said she couldn't believe how badly her clothes smelled! So I told her....mother's are usually right!
Anyway, thank you for making the filters - I wish I would have known about them 35 years ago!
Liz from Columbia, MO
Thanks Liz for sharing with us!!
If you would like to share your thoughts or opinions about TarGard contact us at khoxie@venturi-inc.com
To learn more about TarGard please visit us at www.targard.com!
I like these filters because the smoke seem cleaner or something. And something I did not know - the tar in cigarettes must be the stuff that makes your clothes and room stink after smoking. My clothes don't smell like I've been smoking anymore!! My daughter thought I was crazy when I told her, but then she decided to test this by smoking a cigarette (without a TarGard filter) and go back inside. She said she couldn't believe how badly her clothes smelled! So I told her....mother's are usually right!
Anyway, thank you for making the filters - I wish I would have known about them 35 years ago!
Liz from Columbia, MO
Thanks Liz for sharing with us!!
If you would like to share your thoughts or opinions about TarGard contact us at khoxie@venturi-inc.com
To learn more about TarGard please visit us at www.targard.com!
Wednesday, May 27, 2009
Would you smoke without a TarGard?
Have you seen a TarGard in action?
Witnessed the black grossness that fills up the filter?
Got a little excited when you realized that the big black ball of grossness was not going into your lungs?
I don't promote smoking in the least, but I do support having healthier way of smoking for those of us that still choose to puff away.....knowing what the filter can do or does for you would you EVER smoke without a TarGard?
"I discovered Targard whilst on holiday in Spain. I can't tell you the difference it has made to my universal 'bad habit'. I have cut down and my friends are always gob smacked when the see a used filter! It converts them just looking at the gunk!" - Cherie from Rugby, UK
"I was shocked by the amount of tar and funk it collected. I have recruited about 8 people to try the filters and every one of them is now a targard user. I will NOT smoke without them." - Chris
"I've been using the filters for 20 years and would not smoke without them. You can see just how much tar and nicotine goes into the filter and not into your lungs!" - Marshall S.
These are just 3 of TarGard's loyal users.....what about you?........
You can always e-mail me at khoxie@venturi-inc.com
To learn more about TarGard please visit http://www.targard.com/
Witnessed the black grossness that fills up the filter?
Got a little excited when you realized that the big black ball of grossness was not going into your lungs?
I don't promote smoking in the least, but I do support having healthier way of smoking for those of us that still choose to puff away.....knowing what the filter can do or does for you would you EVER smoke without a TarGard?
"I discovered Targard whilst on holiday in Spain. I can't tell you the difference it has made to my universal 'bad habit'. I have cut down and my friends are always gob smacked when the see a used filter! It converts them just looking at the gunk!" - Cherie from Rugby, UK
"I was shocked by the amount of tar and funk it collected. I have recruited about 8 people to try the filters and every one of them is now a targard user. I will NOT smoke without them." - Chris
"I've been using the filters for 20 years and would not smoke without them. You can see just how much tar and nicotine goes into the filter and not into your lungs!" - Marshall S.
These are just 3 of TarGard's loyal users.....what about you?........
You can always e-mail me at khoxie@venturi-inc.com
To learn more about TarGard please visit http://www.targard.com/
Friday, May 8, 2009
....and the TarGard takes care of the rest!
Happy Friday! We are enjoying the sunshine here in Traverse City, Michigan - it's about time that spring arrived!
Today's post is brought to us by Dan, a loyal TarGard user. Here is Dan's words to you:
I've been a smoker for 30 years, and I've always tried to minimize my exposure to the harmful effects. In the past this meant smoking "low tar" brands and attempting to limit myself to 5 cigarettes a day. First, the problem with "low tar" cigarettes is they just don't taste very good. The reason is simple: they achieve reductions in tar and nicotine not by removing these substances, but by mixing outside air with the smoke. The problem with this is that when you mix air with tobacco smoke it becomes dry, harsh and bitter tasting. I also struggled to keep myself at 5 a day!
I'd gradually smoke more and more until I was up to 10 a day. Then I'd start feeling the effects - namely a "cigarette cough". So I'd quit altogether for a few months, then return to it and then cycle would start all over again.
After 3 decades of this, it was time for a change. After some experimentation, I've finally come up with something that really works. I roll my own cigarettes using air-cured Virginia tobacco, which is naturally lower in tar and nicotine. To this I add a 15mm cellulose filter. Then I tip the whole thing with a TarGard original disposable filter. The cellulose removes some of the tar and nicotine and the TarGard takes care of the rest!
The result: a smoke which is exceptionally mile and delightfully flavorful!
The benefits of the dramatically low tar of these cigarettes were immediately apparent - no irritation of the mouth, throat or lungs. But I've also noticed a considerable side benefit: since these smokes contain very little nicotine, I'm no longer addicted. Looking back, what always drove my cycles of escalating use was the craving for nicotine.
I now smoke 3 cigarettes a day - one with my morning coffee, one after lunch and one in the evening. And I'm never bothered by nicotine cravings!! Finally, something that really works and the TarGard is what's made it possible!
What a great, educational post! Thanks Dan!
This is what works for Dan - what works for you?? Let me know by e-mailing me at khoxie@venturi-inc.com
To learn more about TarGard please visit us at www.targard.com
Today's post is brought to us by Dan, a loyal TarGard user. Here is Dan's words to you:
I've been a smoker for 30 years, and I've always tried to minimize my exposure to the harmful effects. In the past this meant smoking "low tar" brands and attempting to limit myself to 5 cigarettes a day. First, the problem with "low tar" cigarettes is they just don't taste very good. The reason is simple: they achieve reductions in tar and nicotine not by removing these substances, but by mixing outside air with the smoke. The problem with this is that when you mix air with tobacco smoke it becomes dry, harsh and bitter tasting. I also struggled to keep myself at 5 a day!
I'd gradually smoke more and more until I was up to 10 a day. Then I'd start feeling the effects - namely a "cigarette cough". So I'd quit altogether for a few months, then return to it and then cycle would start all over again.
After 3 decades of this, it was time for a change. After some experimentation, I've finally come up with something that really works. I roll my own cigarettes using air-cured Virginia tobacco, which is naturally lower in tar and nicotine. To this I add a 15mm cellulose filter. Then I tip the whole thing with a TarGard original disposable filter. The cellulose removes some of the tar and nicotine and the TarGard takes care of the rest!
The result: a smoke which is exceptionally mile and delightfully flavorful!
The benefits of the dramatically low tar of these cigarettes were immediately apparent - no irritation of the mouth, throat or lungs. But I've also noticed a considerable side benefit: since these smokes contain very little nicotine, I'm no longer addicted. Looking back, what always drove my cycles of escalating use was the craving for nicotine.
I now smoke 3 cigarettes a day - one with my morning coffee, one after lunch and one in the evening. And I'm never bothered by nicotine cravings!! Finally, something that really works and the TarGard is what's made it possible!
What a great, educational post! Thanks Dan!
This is what works for Dan - what works for you?? Let me know by e-mailing me at khoxie@venturi-inc.com
To learn more about TarGard please visit us at www.targard.com
Thursday, April 23, 2009
Celebrate Spring with TarGard!
Say Adios to Frosty and Hello to the Sunshine!!Come on over to TarGard and celebrate with us -
offering free shipping on all orders shipping within the US.
Just use the promotional code: SPRING09 at checkout.
Here is the favorite TarGard quote of the week from Mike H.:
"Before I used TarGard filters, cigarettes left a strange feeling in the back of my throat, so smoking was not enjoyable. I decided to try out a permanent filter from you guys and cigarettes no longer leave that tar feeling in my throat and it's a great conversation starter at parties!!"
What do you like about TarGard?? Let me know by leaving a comment or sending me an e-mail at khoxie@venturi-inc.com.
And in case you missed it, check out the awesome video we launched a few weeks ago and Meet Mariam now!
To learn more about TarGard visit us at www.targard.com
Thursday, April 2, 2009
I still have my 1st TarGard! Do you??
It has been a long and cold winter here in Northern Michigan! All of us at TarGard have been huddled up in our offices, shipping orders and avoiding the outside world where we often had at least a foot of snow covering the ground at most times. Well, we are so glad this winter is almost over. We are looking forward to coming out of our snow covered cocoon and to bring you new TarGard deals this spring - keep your eyes open for some great deals coming soon!
With that said I wish all of you a Happy Spring!
Today I am sharing with you a fun TarGard Story from Robert E., a user of TarGard for over 40 years, from Las Vegas where I hear he has an amazing career as an impersonator! He impersonates some of Hollywood's beloved singers and actors such as Frank Sinatra and Bobby Darin, but Robert is most well known for being one of the top impersonators of Dean Martin in the country - amazing!
In Robert's own words....here is his story....
I started using TarGard when I tried them at a tobacco shop I worked at in 1969....in Berkeley...during the riots of UC Berkeley. I tried the Aqua-filter, but it smelled awful after 1-2 cigarettes and I gave up on that product.
As a matter of experimentation, I tried ALL the products on the market, and I stayed with TarGard. The TarGard contained the order and was the easiest to clean and/or replace.
I STILL have my 1st TarGard, somewhere. I graduated to the disposable many years later.
I ALWAYS get comments about my cigarette filter attached to my cigarette. I am known for my unique "style" when smoking.
Thank you for sharing Robert!!
I love, love, love to hear your stories, so send me some more! Do you still have your 1st TarGard?? Remember the 1st time you used a TarGard?? If you do, please e-mail me at khoxie@venturi-inc.com - to share your story.
To learn more about TarGard please visit us at www.targard.com
With that said I wish all of you a Happy Spring!
Today I am sharing with you a fun TarGard Story from Robert E., a user of TarGard for over 40 years, from Las Vegas where I hear he has an amazing career as an impersonator! He impersonates some of Hollywood's beloved singers and actors such as Frank Sinatra and Bobby Darin, but Robert is most well known for being one of the top impersonators of Dean Martin in the country - amazing!
In Robert's own words....here is his story....
I started using TarGard when I tried them at a tobacco shop I worked at in 1969....in Berkeley...during the riots of UC Berkeley. I tried the Aqua-filter, but it smelled awful after 1-2 cigarettes and I gave up on that product.
As a matter of experimentation, I tried ALL the products on the market, and I stayed with TarGard. The TarGard contained the order and was the easiest to clean and/or replace.
I STILL have my 1st TarGard, somewhere. I graduated to the disposable many years later.
I ALWAYS get comments about my cigarette filter attached to my cigarette. I am known for my unique "style" when smoking.
Thank you for sharing Robert!!
I love, love, love to hear your stories, so send me some more! Do you still have your 1st TarGard?? Remember the 1st time you used a TarGard?? If you do, please e-mail me at khoxie@venturi-inc.com - to share your story.
To learn more about TarGard please visit us at www.targard.com
Wednesday, February 25, 2009
TarGard Listens to...YOU!
You've been asking and we are listening!
I've gotten a lot of requests to post more TarGard stories, so today I give you not one....not two....BUT 3 MORE loyal user stories. Enjoy!
First up is Linda L. from the great state of Nevada. Linda is currently working as a bookkeeper in Sparks, Nevada and enjoys taking care of her garden and horses on her ranch. She has been smoking for many years and has been using the Amber Disposable Filters for the last twelve years.
Before trying TarGard, she tried Aquafilter, but did not like that you had to "blow the water out and it didn't last very long." She then discovered our cigarette filters at her local smoke shop and decided to give cigarette filters one more try. Linda absolutely loves the fact that "all that junk isn't in my lungs!".
Linda's best advice to you is "it's much healthier for you if you do choose to smoke."
Our next TarGard story comes from Freeda M. out of Tyler, Texas. She is enjoying her retirement and love to sew and make jewelry.
Freeda has been using the Cartridge Filter System for over 20 years!! Here is what she has to say:
"I like the idea about cutting down the tar. I feel that they do what they say they will do - you still get the full benefit of smoking WITHOUT the tar."
Up third is Jeanie M. from Weston, West Virginia. She has been using the Amber Filters for about 14 or 15 years. This is what Jeanie has to share with us:
"A friend of mine got me to use the filters. I tried them and have used them ever since. They prevent soreness in my chest and throat. I am a chain smoker, but I do not have a smoker's cough. There is never any burning feeling in my mouth. I think they make a cigarette taste better and I won't smoke without them!"
I thank all 3 of these lovely women for sharing their thoughts and stories about TarGard! I, like many other loyal users, enjoy hearing how others discovered TarGard or why they recommend it. These are the stories that inspire people who have NEVER tried a TarGard to try one.
If you have a TarGard story to share e-mail it to me at khoxie@venturi-inc.com.
Have a great day!
To learn more about TarGard please visit www.targard.com
I've gotten a lot of requests to post more TarGard stories, so today I give you not one....not two....BUT 3 MORE loyal user stories. Enjoy!
First up is Linda L. from the great state of Nevada. Linda is currently working as a bookkeeper in Sparks, Nevada and enjoys taking care of her garden and horses on her ranch. She has been smoking for many years and has been using the Amber Disposable Filters for the last twelve years.
Before trying TarGard, she tried Aquafilter, but did not like that you had to "blow the water out and it didn't last very long." She then discovered our cigarette filters at her local smoke shop and decided to give cigarette filters one more try. Linda absolutely loves the fact that "all that junk isn't in my lungs!".
Linda's best advice to you is "it's much healthier for you if you do choose to smoke."
Our next TarGard story comes from Freeda M. out of Tyler, Texas. She is enjoying her retirement and love to sew and make jewelry.
Freeda has been using the Cartridge Filter System for over 20 years!! Here is what she has to say:
"I like the idea about cutting down the tar. I feel that they do what they say they will do - you still get the full benefit of smoking WITHOUT the tar."
Up third is Jeanie M. from Weston, West Virginia. She has been using the Amber Filters for about 14 or 15 years. This is what Jeanie has to share with us:
"A friend of mine got me to use the filters. I tried them and have used them ever since. They prevent soreness in my chest and throat. I am a chain smoker, but I do not have a smoker's cough. There is never any burning feeling in my mouth. I think they make a cigarette taste better and I won't smoke without them!"
I thank all 3 of these lovely women for sharing their thoughts and stories about TarGard! I, like many other loyal users, enjoy hearing how others discovered TarGard or why they recommend it. These are the stories that inspire people who have NEVER tried a TarGard to try one.
If you have a TarGard story to share e-mail it to me at khoxie@venturi-inc.com.
Have a great day!
To learn more about TarGard please visit www.targard.com
Friday, February 13, 2009
I believe in TarGard!
Happy Friday everyone!
Today's post comes from Mary M. in Knoxville, TN. Mary is a loyal user of the Disposable Amber Filters and she submitted this a wonderful e-mail that I would like to share with you.
Take it away Mary....
Hi I am sold! I have been using some type of filter for 5-6 yrs. ie., water, etc. I found the amber ones at CVS and bought every pack they put out on the shelf. They stopped selling them a few weeks ago and said they could not order them for me! I went on line and found another site and called someone who was unable to help me. I searched further and found your site. I was in MI (Michigan) when a friend was using the small clear ones (Mini Filters) and I tried them. I continued to experiment with different ones but like the amber ones best.
I found you site and called and talked to a very nice, helpful young lady and placed an order. I was glad when they showed up in the mail because I was almost out. I love the product and encourage everyone who asks me what they are. MOST ARE TOO VAIN TO USE THEM, so I suggest the small clear ones. They cannot believe what is not going into their lungs!
This is a wonderful product and I have even people no I do not work for the company. LOL (laugh out loud). I say this because I BELIEVE IN TARGARD!
Thank you for making an excellent product that offers superior service.
Mary M.
We thank you Mary for sending in your kind words and for believing in TarGard!
If you believe in TarGard and want to share your story with us please e-mail me at khoxie@venturi-inc.com!
If you would like to learn more about TarGard please visit us at www.targard.com.
Today's post comes from Mary M. in Knoxville, TN. Mary is a loyal user of the Disposable Amber Filters and she submitted this a wonderful e-mail that I would like to share with you.
Take it away Mary....
Hi I am sold! I have been using some type of filter for 5-6 yrs. ie., water, etc. I found the amber ones at CVS and bought every pack they put out on the shelf. They stopped selling them a few weeks ago and said they could not order them for me! I went on line and found another site and called someone who was unable to help me. I searched further and found your site. I was in MI (Michigan) when a friend was using the small clear ones (Mini Filters) and I tried them. I continued to experiment with different ones but like the amber ones best.
I found you site and called and talked to a very nice, helpful young lady and placed an order. I was glad when they showed up in the mail because I was almost out. I love the product and encourage everyone who asks me what they are. MOST ARE TOO VAIN TO USE THEM, so I suggest the small clear ones. They cannot believe what is not going into their lungs!
This is a wonderful product and I have even people no I do not work for the company. LOL (laugh out loud). I say this because I BELIEVE IN TARGARD!
Thank you for making an excellent product that offers superior service.
Mary M.
We thank you Mary for sending in your kind words and for believing in TarGard!
If you believe in TarGard and want to share your story with us please e-mail me at khoxie@venturi-inc.com!
If you would like to learn more about TarGard please visit us at www.targard.com.
Tuesday, January 27, 2009
The TarGard Tapes - Episode 1 : Meet Mariam
I am very proud to announce the addition of The TarGard Tapes to the blog!
The team at TarGard really loves to brag about how great the cigarette filters are - we see and hear how wonderful they are everyday. Frankly, we just can't say enough great things about them!
But at the end of the day the best people to talk to you and educate you about TarGard is the people that USE IT!
So here we are, sharing interviews of people just like you - either they have used the filters forever or maybe they are just trying it for the first time - telling you how they feel about TarGard, smoking and so much more!
Today we bring you Mariam - a smoker for over 60 years and one of our favorite TarGard customers!
Without further ado, meet Mariam!
A huge thank you to Mariam for sharing her TarGard story with us!
What did you think? What would you like to see? Would you like to be a part of The TarGard Tapes? E-mail me now at khoxie@venturi-inc.com or post a comment.
To learn more about Targard, please visit www.targard.com
The team at TarGard really loves to brag about how great the cigarette filters are - we see and hear how wonderful they are everyday. Frankly, we just can't say enough great things about them!
But at the end of the day the best people to talk to you and educate you about TarGard is the people that USE IT!
So here we are, sharing interviews of people just like you - either they have used the filters forever or maybe they are just trying it for the first time - telling you how they feel about TarGard, smoking and so much more!
Today we bring you Mariam - a smoker for over 60 years and one of our favorite TarGard customers!
Without further ado, meet Mariam!
A huge thank you to Mariam for sharing her TarGard story with us!
What did you think? What would you like to see? Would you like to be a part of The TarGard Tapes? E-mail me now at khoxie@venturi-inc.com or post a comment.
To learn more about Targard, please visit www.targard.com
Friday, January 23, 2009
Shawn and Dave's TarGard Story
Hello everyone!! I hope 2009 is treating you well so far.
The other day I received this great e-mail from Shawn about how he came across TarGard and just what it has meant to him and his grandfather, Dave.
I found it very inspiring and wanted to share it with you, so in Shawn's words here is his story:
I just want to tell you that my grandfather has used your filters since 1985 and he has smoked for over 65 years, 2 - 3 packs a day, and recently he had to have an MRI done of his lungs. After looking at his MRI results the doctor told my grandfather that there must be some kind of mistake cause he put down that he smoked 3 packs a day on his paper work. My grandfather explained the information was correct, the doctor explained that his lungs were clear as if he was a non-msoker and my grandfather explained it was because of these filters. Now the doctor who is a lung specialist is referring your filters to his patience that won't stop smoking and now I'm buying them. Thank you for such an outstanding product.
I thank Shawn for sharing his and his grandfather Dave's TarGard story with us!
We have all come across TarGard in many different ways and some of us may be inspired to try them after reading a story like Shawn and Dave's, but regardless of how people find them it is important that they do. We aren't in the business of saving lives, but our message has always been "if you are going to choose to smoke at least smoke a little bit healthier with a TarGard."
If you haven't tried them I urge you to give them a chance just like Shawn did - they do make a difference!
I just shipped Shawn his very first order a couple of days ago and I am hoping he'll write in and tell me how it feels to smoke with a TarGard.
If you have a story to share about how TarGard came into your life or just what it means to you please send me your story at khoxie@venturi-inc.com
Have a beautiful weekend.
Kris
To learn more about TarGard please visit us at www.targard.com
The other day I received this great e-mail from Shawn about how he came across TarGard and just what it has meant to him and his grandfather, Dave.
I found it very inspiring and wanted to share it with you, so in Shawn's words here is his story:
I just want to tell you that my grandfather has used your filters since 1985 and he has smoked for over 65 years, 2 - 3 packs a day, and recently he had to have an MRI done of his lungs. After looking at his MRI results the doctor told my grandfather that there must be some kind of mistake cause he put down that he smoked 3 packs a day on his paper work. My grandfather explained the information was correct, the doctor explained that his lungs were clear as if he was a non-msoker and my grandfather explained it was because of these filters. Now the doctor who is a lung specialist is referring your filters to his patience that won't stop smoking and now I'm buying them. Thank you for such an outstanding product.
I thank Shawn for sharing his and his grandfather Dave's TarGard story with us!
We have all come across TarGard in many different ways and some of us may be inspired to try them after reading a story like Shawn and Dave's, but regardless of how people find them it is important that they do. We aren't in the business of saving lives, but our message has always been "if you are going to choose to smoke at least smoke a little bit healthier with a TarGard."
If you haven't tried them I urge you to give them a chance just like Shawn did - they do make a difference!
I just shipped Shawn his very first order a couple of days ago and I am hoping he'll write in and tell me how it feels to smoke with a TarGard.
If you have a story to share about how TarGard came into your life or just what it means to you please send me your story at khoxie@venturi-inc.com
Have a beautiful weekend.
Kris
To learn more about TarGard please visit us at www.targard.com
Wednesday, January 7, 2009
Happy New Year from TarGard!
Happy New Year's everyone!! It's back to work or back to reality for most of us. Time to dig in and get back to the groove with the renewed freshness of a new year.
I am sure most of you, like myself, make these silly New Year's resolutions every year that usually last for the first 2 to 3 weeks of January and then somehow slide onto the list of good intentions and good tries. I applaud those who actually reach their New Year's goals - it's not easy!
I've given up the delusional resolutions like lose X amount of weight, quit smoking, etc. For some reason at this time of year, those kind of resolutions just seem like to great of expectations and you end up feeling like a failure. I can battle those things at any time of the year, no need to start the year with such hard challenges. So no more "crazy" resolutions for me.
This year, I have only told myself that I will seriously try to live this life a little healthier...one little step at a time. Good thing I already use TarGard - at least my smoking is healthier! So whether it's eating veggies and fruit more or walking the dog more (both of which I am very capable of) it seems that by incorporating these small steps to a healthier life into the life I live now are actually obtainable rather than so daunting under such a big resolution like "lose the dang weight already!".
Those are my New Year's thought. What are yours? What were your New Year's resolutions this year? Has anyone stopped smoking and how is it going!?! Let me know.
Have the most fantastic day.
To start your New Year out tar-free check us out at www.targard.com!
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