Smoking harms almost every organ in the body and affects not just the person taking a puff but those around them too. Cigarette smoking in the number one cause of preventable death worldwide. Cigarettes contain over 7,000 chemical, 69 of which are known carcinogens (elements shown to cause cancer).

Most people start smoking at a young age, with 70% of smokers admitting to start at 18 or younger. It is an extremely addictive habit and can be one of the hardest to quit once stated. Smoking is responsible for about 90% of lung cancer deaths and about 80-90% of COPD deaths. Chronic lung disease accounts for 73% of smoking-related conditions among current smokers and 50% among smokers who have quit.

Smoking is known to cause or worsen coronary heart disease, stroke and a variety of other cancers and diseases. It can have other surprising effects on the body as well. Yellowing of the fingers and teeth, chronic bad breath, premature wrinkles, consistent smoke smell in the hair, early menopause, erectile dysfunction and even infertility can all be caused by cigarette smoking.

While quitting can be extremely difficult, it is one of the best decisions you can make. Even if you have been smoking for years, quitting will improve the quality and length of your life for you and those around you. There are many different options now available for smoking cessation. These can be medical like patches, gum, pills or inhalers or non-medical like therapy, hypnotism and quitting cold turkey. No matter how you attempt to quit, keep at it and you will see a huge difference in your life. As always, consult your doctor if you need help quitting or for more information about the harmful effects of smoking.

Alexander Funicello is a pulmonologist from California who has been helping people quit smoking for years. He has been in the medical field for over 20 years and opened his own practice 15 years ago. Alexander Funicello saw the deadly effects of smoking first hand at a young age when a close relative lost their battle with lung cancer. Since then, he has dedicated his life to educating people about the harmful effects of smoking and managing their lung problems.

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