Smoking exposes the body to more than 7,000 chemicals that can lead to numerous health problems, including cancer. The practice reduces respiratory function in general, and increases lung infection risk in particular, leaving people more vulnerable to pneumonia and the flu. Smoking also leeches the body of protective vitamins, such as vitamin C, and minerals, which can lead to more prolonged illnesses.

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