Facts about smoking cigarettes

1.) A "pack-a-day" smoker will lose 2 teeth every 10 years

2.) Cigarette smoke contains more than 7000 chemicals, 700 of which are known to cause cancer

3.) Most people start smoking at the age of 18.

What is tobacco?

Tobacco is a plant that is used for mostly smoking, and it can also be chewed. Tobacco is rich in nicotine, which is a chemical substance that includes many dangerous chemicals, like tar and carbon monoxide. The geographic origin of tobacco is South America, but quickly spread to North America within years. Another active ingredient includes harmine.

Why is smoking so addicting?

Smoking is VERY addictive, and the chemical that makes it so addictive is the nicotine. This alters the balance of 2 chemicals called dopamine and noradrelaline. When the nicotine changes the level of these chemicals in your body, your enjoyment of smoking increases.

Why Smoking is bad for you.

Smoking is obviously bad for your lungs, as carbon monoxide can get trapped in there, but smoking can also make your bones brittle and more fragile. Smoking can also have plaque build up in your blood, causing you to have blood clots or heart attacks.