Is hookah smoking dangerous?

Have you ever smoked a hookah? If you haven’t, well, congratulations on being one of the few who hasn’t fallen for this ancient tradition’s allure. And if you have (tsk tsk) then it’s time we had a little chat about hookah smoking and its dangers.

But wait, before we dive into this topic – let’s first get acquainted with what a hookah actually is.

What is Hookah?

A hookah (also known as shisha) is a type of water pipe used to smoke tobacco through cooled water. It originated in India around 500 years ago but became widely popular across Middle Eastern countries like Egypt, Turkey & Saudi Arabia.

Nowadays, many people consider hookahs as an exotic way to enjoy tobacco without smoking cigarettes or cigars. But here comes the million-dollar question: can something that so many people enjoy be harmful?

The Danger in the Smoke

It won’t come as a surprise to anyone: inhaling anything other than air isn’t good for your lungs—and inhaling smoke certainly doesn’t make it any better.

Hookah smokers are at high risk of developing respiratory problems because they take longer and deeper puffs when smoking compared to cigarette smokers. In fact, each puff from a hooka session exposes users to over 20 times more toxic chemicals than just one cigarette!

Some of these toxins include Carbon Monoxide, Tar,Cadmium, Nicotine (nicotine addiction works by releasing dopamine which brings pleasure therefore nicotine intake causes positive emotions; unfortunately under certain circumtances it may cause negative emotians such as anxiety constipation etc.), Lead & Arsenic – some may sound familiar due previous knowledge attained in chemistry class- which all come together nicely forming cocktail that leads straight towards lung cancer considering having regular sessions would result in accumulation over time.

Cadmium

Cadmium is a metal that smokers intake by inhaling tobacco smoke. Cadmium can accumulate in the kidneys over time, which leads to kidney damage and high blood pressure resulting from this leakage afterwards.

The Burning Coal Factor

Now here’s an interesting twist: did you know that hookah pipes work like coal factories? The charcoal used to heat shisha creates toxic chemicals such as Carbon Monoxide & heavy metals that quickly become mixed with the tobacco particles – amazing!

In addition, given fact that sessions average 1 hour+ , especially if enjoyed during social events, pollutants inhaled would spread systemically throughout body drastically increasing health risks (we’re talking about heart disease risk also).

Cardiovascular Risks

Carbon monoxide in your bloodstream from hooka smoking sports a consistent rise towards elevated pulse rate and shortness of breath. It may lead to chest pain or sudden heart failure after just one month of regular smoking.

Side note: While witnessing any yet unmentioned uncomfortable feelings brought on by constant desire for puffing; users should be advised not to ignore these warning signs since more than likely ensuing pitfalls.

Myth Buster: Fruit-Flavored Shisha is Safe?

As much as it pains me…I’m sorry but there is nothing safe presented under fruit-flavors label either. In fact, they might even hurt more due misconception created regarding their “healthy” aspect . Studies have shown that since fruity flavorings mask taste buds’ recognition of harshness associated with traditional shishas makes it far easier reach higher levels toxicity before noticing anything wrong-ingesting toxins over lengthened period results corrosion
of lung tissue.

Conclusion

So while we understand the temptation of trying out an exotic water pipe reliving taste-of-travel moments indulgent aromas ingested through each lingering drag —one should think about grim consequences when considering impact using toxic substances has on overall wellbeing. After careful consideration, one concludes that better instead opt for non-toxic substances since averting potential health negatives will keep us healthy both physically mentally- ‘if you know what I mean’.

(Oh, and if someone suggests trying hookah with hey it’s your call – remember the info you just learned.)

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