Chewing tobacco, a popular form of smokeless tobacco, is often perceived as a safer alternative to smoking cigarettes. However, scientific evidence paints a grim picture: chewing tobacco poses significant risks to heart health.
Cardiovascular Disease | Risk Increase |
---|---|
Coronary heart disease | 2.5 times |
Peripheral artery disease | 3 times |
Atherosclerosis | High risk |
Harmful Substances | Effects |
---|---|
Nicotine | Constricts blood vessels, raises blood pressure, increases heart rate |
Nitrosamines | Damage arteries, promote plaque buildup |
Story 1:
Benefit: Quitting chewing tobacco reduced Bob's risk of heart attack.
How to: Bob sought support from a cessation counselor and joined a support group.
Story 2:
Benefit: Mary's husband's heart surgery was successful after he quit chewing tobacco.
How to: Mary helped her husband identify his triggers and find healthier coping mechanisms.
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