• April 29, 2024

In recent years, the use of hookah has spread in Latin America and throughout Europe alarmingly. Their presence can evoke exotic images similar to those of Arabian Nights, but its effect on health is as harmful as that of the cigar.

Also known as a water pipe or Hubble-bubble, the hookah offers the same addictive drug as the cigar: nicotine . In addition, the smoke contains toxins that can contribute to the development of lung cancer and respiratory diseases, "according to a study published in the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention .

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It not only resembles, you can even smoke more. According to research published in Mayo Clinic , hookah smokers can inhale more smoke than through the cigar; A session with this pipe can last up to 60 minutes, which causes the body to absorb a larger volume of toxins.

If you still think it is healthy check what it contains, with information from Mayo Clinic:

1.  It contains carbon monoxide, heavy metals and chemicals that cause cancer.

2. Smoking a hookah is linked to the appearance of oral and lung cancer.

3. If you are pregnant, the practice of smoking hookah is associated with low birth weight babies.

As in the case of the cigar, it is advisable to refrain from smoking hookah. Whenever you want to take care of your health and physical well-being.

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