Side effects on the brain Dizziness and lightheadedness Irregular and disturbed sleep Bad dreams and nightmares Possible blood restriction Side effects on the gastrointestinal system Nausea and vomiting Dry mouth Indigestion Peptic ulcers Diarrhoea Heartburn Side effects on the heart Altered heart rate and rhythm Increased risk of blood clots and atherosclerosis (a condition in which fatty materials build up in your arteries, causing them to become narrowed or blocked, and making it difficult for blood to flow through) Increased blood pressure Enlarged aorta Increased risk of coronary artery disease and stroke Nicotine exposure through vaping Vaping is a relatively recent phenomenon that involves inhaling a vapour created by using an electronic cigarette (e-cigarette)
Before the 2009 ban on additives became law, the Congressional Black Caucus was split on whether menthol should be included
Toxic metals such as arsenic, cadmium, lead, chromium, and nickel are commonly found in tobacco products, originating from soil contamination, fertilizers, and pesticides
Tobacco Curing Did you know that once tobacco is grown, it must be cured before it can be used for cigarettes
Encouraging healthy lifestyle habits, such as physical activity and a strong social support system, also deter nicotine use