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10 Effects of Smoking in Health

Are you aware about effects of smoking habit? Scientific studies reveal that

smoking causes short-term as well as long-term effects on health. American LungAssociation says smoking affects around 9 million people in U.S alone, and it

causes the death of approximately 450,000 individuals per year. Cancer is a

common serious threat of smoking. It also causes several aesthetic problems,

cardiovascular problems, respiratory problems and reproductive health problems.

This article discusses about various negative effects of smoking.

1. Respiratory Health Effects Tobacco contains several toxic substancesthat damage our lungs and other respiratory organ while inhaling. It

seriously affects larynx and trachea which in turn result in the permanent

killing of lungs. Long-term smoking causes harsh side effects like chronicobstructive pulmonary disease, lung cancer, emphysema and chronic

bronchitis.

2. Cardiovascular Health Effects Smoking causes the narrowing of bloodvessels and arteries by depositing several toxic substances. This affects their

normal functioning, and causes high blood pressure. Prolonged smoking

gradually leads to nerve problems& blood clots, which may result in heart

attacks or strokes.

3. Vision Health Effects Smoking causes vision problems like maculardegeneration and cataracts. Researches show that long-term smoking causesincurable vision problems that may even result in blindness.

4. Reproductive Health Effects Smoking causes less production ofestrogen hormone that is linked to infertility in women. Premature birth,

sudden infant death syndrome (SIDS), under weight problems, and early

menopause are common reproductive effects in women. Long-term smoking

causes impotency in men.

5. Skin Health Effects Premature aging, yellowish skin and wrinkles arecommonly found side effects of smoking. Skin damage is directly linked to

smoking since it restricts the adequate blood flow in skin. Majority of

addicted smokers lose their appetite and reduce the intake of food.Inadequate nutrition and food habits result in serious health effects on skin.

6. Psychological Effects smoking has addictive side effects since it containsNicotine. Majority of smokers believe that smoking makes them feel relief.

However, truth is that smoking causes several addictive problems, which

may result in depression and anxiety.

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7. Digestion Problems Smoking causes heartburn problems, liver damage,reduced appetite, crohn's disease and ulcers. Long-term smoking results in

the damage of esophagus, and that causes acid reflux & heart-burn problems.

Crohn's disease is a severe intestine disease that causes diarrhea, abdominal

pain, etc.

8. Respiratory AlignmentsHealth and Human Services of U.S reveals thatsmokers are more prone to respiratory alignments like flu,pneumonia, cold,bronchitis, etc. They also take longer recovery time compared to normal

persons.

9. Athletic Performance Issues Smoking affects the physical fitness of anindividual. Long-term smokers are more prone to injuries and accidents.

Smokers have reduced capacity to generate sufficient muscle cell & collagen

to generate muscles.

10.Other EffectsSmoking causes awful body odor and bad breath as well.Since smokers have reduced smell sense, they may not consider it as anissue. There are about 5 million people in the world die in each year from

the effects of smoking.

Smoking is an unnecessary health hazard that causes serious effects. Quitting this

habit is not easy. However, when you quit smoking you not only save your health

but also our environment!