Health risks of tobacco consumption

According to Global Adult Tobacco Survey, over 30% of Indians aged 15 and above consume tobacco. Here are some of the health risks

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Smokeless tobacco like gutka, pan masala, masheri is a leading cause of oral cancer and precancerous conditions

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Oral ulcers, dental cavities, dental discolouration, bad breath, loss of teeth, and loss of appetite are some short-term effects of tobacco consumption

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Smoking harms almost every organ of the body causing life-threatening diseases like stroke, coronary heart disease, lung diseases, lung cancer, etc

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Quitting tobacco helps with better vision, sharp hearing, clean mouth, clear skin, decreased heart risks, lower cholesterol, and better immunity

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It also lowers the chances of erectile dysfunction in men. For women, it brings estrogen levels to normal increasing the chances of a healthy pregnancy

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