It damages brain tissue Tar is a sticky substance that kills cells (is cytotoxic) and causes lung cancer (it is a carcinogen) Carcinogens are substances that cause cancer Carbon monoxide is a colourless and poisonous gas that stops hemoglobin from taking oxygen around the body Filtered, light, ultra-light, menthol, natural, nicotine-free, and electronic cigarettes are just as harmful as regular cigarettes Other tobacco products, such as cigars and chewing tobacco, are not a safe alternative to cigarettes Improperly extinguished cigarettes are a common cause of house fires Smoking near fuel or flammable chemicals can cause a fire or explosion Notable brands [change | change source] References [change | change source] "Harms of Smoking and Health Benefits of Quitting"
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Talk to your GP or free, local stop smoking service about finding the best option for you. More information Research paper: E-cigarettes versus nicotine replacement treatment as harm reduction interventions for smokers who find quitting difficult: Randomised controlled trial