It harms the entire gastrointestinal system, increasing the risk of: Peptic ulcers Gastrointestinal cancers Moreover, tobacco weakens the immune system, impairing the bodys ability to fight infections and recover from illness or surgery
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Smoking increases the risk of stroke and heart attacks, says Dr
The average age of the participants was 27 years old since the inclusion criteria were 1834 years old
For studies in animals, THS-exposed materials can be put into animal cages, or the entire cage and bedding can be exposed to cigarette smoke and then used to house the animals, as described below