According to the American Cancer Society, nicotine, the drug naturally found in tobacco, is just as addictive as heroin and cocaine. Over time, it causes you to become both physically and emotionally dependent on cigarettes, making it hard for...
Emphysema is a chronic obstructive pulmonary disorder (COPD) that overly expands lung sacs, thereby trapping air and destroying lung tissue. Causes of emphysema include long-term smoking or genetic predisposition. People with emphysema...
Smoking is the cause of nine out of 10 lung cancer cases, and people who start smoking at a young age greatly increase their risk of developing this form of cancer, according to U.K. cancer charity, Cancer Help UK. Lung cancer treatment may depend...
According to the German company Regumed, the bioresonance electromagnetic wave therapy treatment and machine originated in Germany and was developed by Brugemann GmbH along with Dr. Franz Morrell in 1987. The originators claim that the therapy...
Quitting smoking can be extremely difficult. Part of this is due to the addictiveness of nicotine. Regular nicotine consumption can alter the chemistry of the brain, which means that when a smoker goes for a long time without a cigarette an...
According to the U.S. Surgeon General, smoking accounts for 5 million deaths a year. Anyone who's tried to quit knows how difficult it can be. Medications, gum, patches and hypnosis are among the most common methods used to try and curb the...
Patients with diabetes must have adequate control of blood sugar levels in order to prevent complications. Uncontrolled diabetes may lead to several complications; the most common is peripheral neuropathy, or nerve damage in the legs and feet.
It's normal to experience some muscle soreness following a vigorous bout of exercise, but generalized aching or pain in the legs could be an indicator of another, more serious condition. If your leg aches are severe or last longer than a day or...
The drug name for Chantix is varenicline. This drug is taken orally to help people stop smoking. It is usually taken one or two times per day with food and water. People typically start taking this medication one week before they want to quit...
Smoking has been linked to a variety of health problems. Approximately 87 percent of lung cancer deaths are caused by smoking, according to Medline Plus. Smoking has also been linked to a higher risk of heart and blood vessel disease, stroke and...
Smoking has been linked to a number of diseases and health problems. Due to the highly addictive nature of cigarettes, many people who wish to quit have difficulty. There are a number of smoking cessation products on the market. The best products...
Psoriasis is a chronic disease of the immune system that manifests on the skin. When the immune system mistakenly activates skin cells to grow faster than they should, psoriasis is the result.
The American Heart Association warns that cigarette smoking is the most important preventable cause of premature death in the United States. Individuals who smoke cigarettes have a higher risk of developing chronic disorders that include...
Esophageal cancer affects the tube that carries food from your mouth to your stomach. It usually starts in the cells that line the esophagus, and according to MayoClinic.com, most cases in the United States affect the lower portion of the...
Fried, fatty foods have become a staple in the standard Western diet. Potato chips, french fries, chicken, burgers, snack foods and fried vegetables all contribute to the increase in fatty food consumption that plagues modern culture. The...
"A Wrinkle in Time"--that's the title that might come to mind as you contemplate your face during menopause. Menopause is often called "the change," and your skin is one of the things that's changing. You'll notice more dryness, less smoothness...
A body rash can be caused by a malfunction in the body's immune system or an external irritant such as poison ivy. According the University of Maryland Medical Center, any change in the color or texture of the skin is considered to be a rash....
Everyone wants the perfect, flawless skin. Good skin helps you appear youthful and vibrant. Large pores on your face can detract from your appearance and may make you feel self-conscious. Enlarged pores cannot be made smaller, but they can be...
A heart attack happens when there's a blockage in the blood flow to your heart muscle, which can trigger oxygen shortages and damage or loss of function in your heart tissue. It ranks as one of the main causes of death in the United States. If...
Hiatus hernia, also known as hiatal hernia, occurs when the top portion of the stomach pushes up into the chest through an opening, or hiatus, in the diaphragm. The problem may result from weakened supportive tissue, MedlinePlus explains. Risk...
Tobacco smoking is a difficult habit to break, as tobacco contains an addictive substance called nicotine. Smoking causes numerous illnesses -- including cancer, heart disease and emphysema -- and it can reduce your lifespan by over 10 years in...
Herbal remedies for quitting smoking aren't well-studied in the United States. For this reason, you're more likely to find reliable information about smoking cessation prodicts like nicotine gum or anti-smoking drugs than you are about herbal teas...
Heartburn is a painful condition that affects about 60 percent of Americans annually, according to a 2008 article in the journal "Gastroenterology." It occurs when stomach acid backs up into the esophagus, and is often due to a weakened sphincter...
Many smokers have tried to quit smoking countless times and have failed. The act of quitting smoking is not easy because the ingredients in cigarettes can be very addictive. People who want to quit but cannot seem to do it on their own may find...
A chronic disease is one that is long-term and usually progresses slowly. Heart disease, asthma, obesity, Alzheimer's, diabetes and cancer are some examples of chronic diseases. Chronic diseases are some of the most costly diseases to treat...
A cough is a reflex triggered by the body in an attempt to keep harmful substances out of body and keep the airways clear. An occasional cough may occur as a result of dust particles or irritating substances in the air, or it can be brought on by...
According to a review published in a 2007 issue of "Cochrane Database of Systematic Reviews," two antidepressants--bupropion (extended-release) and nortriptyline--are most effective in helping people to stop smoking. Antidepressants belonging to...
Smoking is a difficult addiction to overcome, and many individuals have taken the challenging yet necessary steps to eliminate smoking from their lives, but are left with ongoing side effects that are a result of the toxic nature of cigarettes and...
Acupuncturists believe that certain health problems, like addiction or withdrawal, are caused by blocked or stagnant energy in your body. They insert small needles into various energy pathways to break up blockages and get energy flowing in...
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