EFFECTS OF SMOKING

At Divinity Life Coaching & Consulting, we are committed to enhancing your physical health as a cornerstone of a thriving life. Smoking cigarettes, vaping, and certain methods of consuming cannabis pose significant risks to your health. Understanding these effects is the first step toward a healthier, more vibrant future.

Cigarettes, Vapes and Cannabis Consumption

• Blunts and Papers: Contain tobacco, introducing carcinogens linked to lung cancer and heart disease, similar to cigarettes.

• Bowls and Bongs: Combustion produces carbon monoxide and tar, increasing risks of respiratory issues and lung damage.

Cigarettes

The tobacco industry has falsely promoted low harm versions of their products for decades. However, light, low tar or filtered cigarettes are not less dangerous. In fact, a federal judge convicted the major tobacco companies on racketeering charges in part because they lied to the public with their health claims. The truth is that the risk of dying from smoking has increased over the last 50 years at the same time that most smokers switched to these falsely advertised "healthier" cigarette types.

Cannabis itself is not inherently harmful, but smoking methods pose risks:

Vaping

Cannabis (Weed)

Healthier Alternatives:

• Vaporizers: Heat cannabis to release compounds without burning, reducing carbon monoxide and carcinogens, safer for lungs.

• Edibles: Ingest cannabis via gummies or tinctures, eliminating inhalation risks, with precise dosing for safety.

Your Health, Your Future: Smoking and vaping undermine your physical vitality, mental clarity, and financial freedom, but informed choices can lead to a healthier path.

Avoiding harmful smoking and vaping methods transforms your life by:

• Restoring Physical Vitality: Protect your lungs, heart, and energy levels by choosing safer alternatives or quitting.

• Boosting Mental Clarity: Break free from nicotine addiction and reduce stress, sharpening focus and resilience.

• Saving Money: Redirect smoking and healthcare costs toward financial goals, supporting wealth creation.

• Aligning with Purpose: Prioritize health as a rational commitment to a thriving, purposeful life.

Why It Matters:

10 Health Effects Caused by Smoking You Didn't Know About:

2. Tuberculosis: Increases risk and worsens outcomes of lung infections.

The American Lung Association identifies:

1. Going Blind: Causes age-related macular degeneration and cataracts, leading to vision loss.

3. Immune System Damage: Weakens immunity, raising infection risks like pneumonia.

4. Rheumatoid Arthritis: Triggers or exacerbates autoimmune joint inflammation.

5. Type 2 Diabetes: Elevates risk by 30–40%, complicating disease management.

6. Ectopic Pregnancy: Increases risk of life-threatening pregnancy complications.

7. Erectile Dysfunction: Damages blood vessels, impairing sexual function in men.

8. Cleft Lip/Palate: Raises birth defect risk in babies of smoking mothers.

9. Reduced Fertility: Lowers fertility in both men and women.

10. Poor Oral Health: Causes gum disease, tooth loss, and oral cancer.

Health Effects:

Linked to lung injury (EVALI), popcorn lung (bronchiolitis obliterans), cardiovascular issues, and respiratory irritation from chemicals like diacetyl.

Health Effects:

Quit Smoking with Divinity

Ready to break free from the harmful effects of smoking and vaping? Contact Divinity Life Coaching & Consulting to schedule a complimentary consultation. Let us guide you to prioritize your physical health, mental clarity, and financial success through tailored solutions that transform your life.