Combination of nutrition and cigarette smoking
The word ‘smoking’ reminds one of dreadful diseases such as emphysema, lung cancer, heart disease, and other diseases related to the respiratory system. As per the survey in USA, nearly 18% of their population has been victims of cigarette smoking and resulted in premature deaths. The figures are not very much appreciable world wide as well. Little is known about smoking and that it causes the essential minerals to drain out.
The reason behind this is very simple. Cigarette contains nicotine, which blocks the respiratory track. It also prohibits the absorption of vitamin C into the body. Vitamin C acts as an anti oxidant, thereby protecting the body from free radicals. Thus the body cells do not get damaged and cardiovascular diseases are prevented. More the frequency of smoking, more is the obstruction to the entry of vitamin C. To nullify this effect, smokers should increase their vitamin intake by 2000 mg/day.
It’s very difficult to quit smoking, once one gets addicted to it. To protect the body from the harms caused by smoking, various measures such as meditation, exercise, etc. should be incorporated. This may help in reducing stress. Many people are under the impression that smoking reduces stress. It is advisable that instead of resorting to these artificial methods, the above mentioned methods would work out. A healthy conversation is essential between doctors and smokers. This will help the smokers to develop the right attitude, the required enthusiasm and ultimately quit smoking. Let’s hope to have a smoke-free world!
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