New concerns about the effects of cigarette smoke and our eye health are the topic of a current research study. The report comes from ongoing research on the dangers of tobacco smoke on the healthy cells in the eyes. Studies have proven smoking tobacco can contribute to some debilitating eye problems as people age. Age-related macular degeneration, glaucoma, and cataracts … [Read more...] about Eye Health Alert
Smoking Related Diseases
Video Shows Smoker’s Lungs
Making the choice to smoke cigarettes will in time cause damaging effects to your body's healthy lung function. The following video provides an example of what occurs in time to a smoker's lungs due to inhaling all the toxic elements contained in tobacco products. Picture That's Worth More Than 1000 Words A picture has been said to be worth 1000 words. The visual image in … [Read more...] about Video Shows Smoker’s Lungs
Surgeon General: Smoking Poses Greater Risks Than Originally Thought
The tobacco related news is buzzing this week with a critical new report from the Surgeon General on the dangers of smoking. This report was shared on Friday, Jan 17th, 2013 and lists many more associated diseases including great concern for children's health risks. The report makes makes it clear that second hand smoke is just as dangerous as directly inhaling a … [Read more...] about Surgeon General: Smoking Poses Greater Risks Than Originally Thought
5 Ways Cigarette Smoking Damages Your Oral Health
Cigarette smoking is a hard habit to kick. For those that succeed in quitting, whether it’s cold turkey or gradual, it’s important to remind yourself of the reasons why. Physical and emotional motivators can be the most powerful, and therefore most likely to help you abstain. While there are many known effects of nicotine abuse, such as cancer and shortened life span, some … [Read more...] about 5 Ways Cigarette Smoking Damages Your Oral Health
Nicotine in Cigarettes Contribute to Cluster Headaches and Migraines
Many people are plagued with chronic headaches and migraines and are mystified by what causes them. One probable cause could be second-hand smoke and, if you are a smoker, the act itself. A visit to WebMD.com Migraines and Headaches health center explains how the nicotine contained in tobacco, when inhaled, will stimulate the blood vessels in the brain, causing them to … [Read more...] about Nicotine in Cigarettes Contribute to Cluster Headaches and Migraines
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