Science Common Sense

562 - How does smoking or using tobacco affect our health?

Smoking or using tobacco is very bad for our health. It can cause many problems, including:

1. Lung damage: Smoking can hurt our lungs and make it hard to breathe.
2. Cancer: Tobacco can cause different types of cancer, like lung, mouth, and throat cancer.
3. Heart problems: It can increase our heart rate and blood pressure, which can lead to heart attacks and strokes.
4. Weakened bones: Tobacco can make our bones weaker, making it easier to break them.
5. Bad dental health: Smoking can cause yellow teeth, bad breath, and gum disease.
6. Addiction: Tobacco is very addictive, which means once you start, it's hard to stop.

So, it's really important to stay away from tobacco and to encourage others to do the same.