Introduction: In our country, smoking seems to have become a way of life, a habit, and even a medium of socialization.
However, although many scientific studies have revealed the dangers of smoking, many people still choose to ignore and ignore the negative effects of tobacco, which undoubtedly exacerbates the epidemic of tobacco-related diseases in the mainland.
In 2020, the National Health Commission of the People's Republic of China and the World Health Organization (WHO) in China jointly released the 2020 Report on the Health Hazards of Smoking in China. The report reveals a shocking fact: the overall number of smokers on the mainland has exceeded the 300 million mark, making it the country with the largest number of smokers in the world.
However, the dangers of smoking are not limited to the smoker itself. A World Health Organization report further states that in 2020 alone, more than 1 million people lost their lives to smoking or tobacco-related diseases on the continent, meaning that millions of families are in grief every year because of tobacco.
More worryingly, the number of tobacco-related deaths on the continent is expected to soar to 2 million per year by 2030. This is a shocking prediction that warns us of the need to take immediate action to step up tobacco controls and protect people's lives.
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How do cigarettes damage the body?
The damage of cigarettes to human health is a well-known fact, and whenever we see those images of being surrounded by smoke, or hear the news about various diseases caused by smoking, we can't help but wonder how cigarettes erode our bodies step by step.
First of all, the nicotine in cigarettes is the main addictive substance, which stimulates the central nervous system and causes the smoker to feel pleasure and make it difficult to extricate himself.
However, behind this short-lived pleasure, there are long-term health risks. Nicotine causes blood vessels to constrict, leading to an increase in blood pressure and an increased risk of heart disease. At the same time, nicotine can also affect the quality of sleep, causing smokers to be tired and lack of concentration during the day.
Secondly, the tar and other harmful substances in cigarettes can cause great harm to the body's respiratory system. When you smoke, these harmful substances can enter the lungs and destroy the alveoli, leading to a decline in lung function. Long-term smokers often experience symptoms such as chronic cough, difficulty breathing, and in severe cases, may even develop lung cancer.
In addition, smoking also affects the body's immune system, making smokers more susceptible to diseases. The harmful substances in cigarettes can disrupt the normal function of immune cells and reduce the body's resistance to disease.
Finally, smoking can also have an impact on the appearance of the smoker. The nicotine and other harmful substances in cigarettes can accelerate skin aging, leading to the appearance of wrinkles, dark spots, and other problems. Smokers' teeth and fingers can also turn yellow from the smoke, giving an unhealthy impression.
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How many out of 100 smokers will eventually get lung cancer?
The British Journal of Cancer has conducted an in-depth study of the relationship between smokers and the incidence of lung cancer. The results showed that those who did not smoke had only a 0.3% chance of developing lung cancer before the age of 75.
However, for those who smoke regularly, the probability will increase significantly to 16%. What's even more shocking is that if you smoke more than 5 cigarettes a day, the chance of developing lung cancer is as high as 25%.
Imagine that 5 cigarettes a day, 25 out of 100 smokers will get lung cancer. This is a staggering number, and it reveals the great health harm of smoking.
Every time you light a cigarette, you're increasing your risk of lung cancer. Every puff of smoke you inhale eats away at the health of your lungs.
Therefore, we strongly urge smokers to quit smoking as soon as possible for the health of themselves and their families. Quitting smoking not only reduces the risk of lung cancer, but also improves overall health and improves quality of life.
At the same time, we also hope that all sectors of society can strengthen publicity and education on the dangers of smoking, so that more people can understand the dangers of smoking, and jointly create a healthy and fresh living environment.
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How many cigarettes can a man smoke a day? Doctor: If you control it to "this number", it's okay
How many cigarettes can a man smoke a day? There seems to be a simple answer to the question, but it's much more complicated. Many male smokers may think that smoking is okay as long as it doesn't overdo it. However, doctors have a different view.
They believe that from a health point of view, the number of cigarettes smoked by men should be limited to five. This number may sound acceptable, but in reality, smoking in any amount can cause potential harm to the body.
When we light a cigarette, the harmful substances in the smoke quietly enter our body and gradually erode our health. Some men may be able to smoke more than a pack of cigarettes a day, while others may smoke only a few. But no matter how much it is, smoking can cause varying degrees of damage to our bodies.
According to the World Health Organization, the maximum number of cigarettes a man can smoke per day is five. However, this does not mean that smoking just one cigarette a day is completely harmless.
An academic study published in the Royal Medical Journal found that smoking even one cigarette a day significantly increases the risk of lung and cardiovascular disease. Specifically, smoking one cigarette a day increases the risk of coronary heart disease and myocarditis by 74 percent, and if you smoke more than 10 cigarettes a day, the risk of cardiovascular and cerebrovascular disease increases by about 150 percent.
Therefore, we must recognize that the amount of cigarette smoking, no matter how large or small, can take a toll on our health.
Even if you only smoke one cigarette a day, it is "too much", which not only harms yourself, but also causes second-hand smoke harm to your family. For the health of ourselves and our families, we should quit smoking as soon as possible and stay away from this "devil" that endangers health.
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If you quit smoking, you won't get lung cancer? Studies have found that quitting smoking before this age is less damaging
Quitting smoking doesn't mean you won't get lung cancer at all, but it does significantly reduce your risk of lung cancer. Smoking is one of the main risk factors for lung cancer, and after quitting smoking, the exposure of harmful substances to the lungs will gradually decrease, thereby reducing the risk of lung cancer.
However, the formation of lung cancer is a complex process that involves a variety of factors such as genetic factors, environmental pollution, occupational exposure, malnutrition, viral infections, etc. Therefore, even if you quit smoking, you cannot completely rule out the possibility of lung cancer.
Studies have found that quitting smoking earlier is associated with greater health benefits, especially before age 35, which reduces the additional risk of death from smoking to a similar level to those of never-smokers.
Quitting smoking before age 45 reduces the risk of additional death from smoking by about 90%, and even at age 45 to 64, it reduces the risk of additional death from smoking by 66%.
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The "nemesis" of nicotine has been found, and people who smoke for a long time often eat 5 things, and their lungs slowly become clean
grape
Grapes increase the metabolism of lung cells and speed up the excretion of toxins from the lungs. In addition, grapes also have an expectorant effect, which can relieve symptoms such as respiratory inflammation and cough.
kiwi
Kiwifruit is rich in vitamin C and antioxidants, which can help remove free radicals in the body and reduce nicotine damage to the lungs. In addition, kiwifruit also has anti-inflammatory effects, which can help relieve inflammation of the respiratory tract caused by smoking.
lemon
Lemon's high alkaline properties relieve cough and phlegm, invigorate and strengthen the spleen, effectively help the lungs detoxify, clear the lungs from heat, discharge the tobacco toxins accumulated in the lungs, and make the lungs more and more energetic.
pear
Pears have a good effect of moistening the lungs, clearing away heat, eliminating phlegm and reducing fire, and have a good effect on the treatment of lung diseases and complications.
almond
Almonds have the functions of moistening the lungs, clearing food accumulation, and dispersing stagnation, and are rich in protein, trace elements and vitamins, and have the effects of moistening the lungs, relieving cough, and smoothing the intestines. Almond soup can also prevent autumn dry colds, and has a certain alleviating effect on dry cough without phlegm, lung deficiency and long-term cough.
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Extension: Why do some people smoke all their lives without getting lung cancer, and some people don't smoke but get lung cancer?
Why do some people smoke all their lives without getting lung cancer, and some people don't smoke but get lung cancer? This question involves a variety of factors, including personal lifestyle habits, genetic factors, environmental factors, and so on.
First, smoking is one of the main risk factors for lung cancer, but it's not the only one. Although smokers have a higher risk of developing lung cancer than non-smokers, not all smokers will develop lung cancer. This may be because smoking affects everyone differently, some people have strong physical resistance and can resist the harm caused by smoking, while others have weak physical resistance and are more susceptible to the damage caused by smoking.
Secondly, people who do not smoke can also develop lung cancer, which may be related to their life environment and genetic factors. For example, long-term exposure to harmful substances such as industrial exhaust fumes, indoor air pollution, and radioactive materials may also increase the risk of lung cancer. In addition, some genetic factors may also influence the occurrence of lung cancer.
In addition, an individual's lifestyle and eating habits may also play a role in the occurrence of lung cancer. For example, factors such as an unbalanced diet, lack of exercise, and long-term mental stress may weaken the body's immunity and increase the risk of lung cancer.
So, while smoking is one of the main risk factors for lung cancer, it's not the only one. People should take care to reduce the risk of lung cancer by maintaining a healthy lifestyle, avoiding exposure to harmful substances, exercising, and maintaining a good mood. At the same time, for patients who have already suffered from lung cancer, they should actively cooperate with the doctor's treatment to improve the treatment effect and prolong their life.