Do You Know What is in Your Cigarette?

Most people will know that cigarettes contain nicotine and that this what makes them addictive and so hard to give up. But what other harmful chemicals are in your daily smoke?

Smoking Ban In England, UK

In July of this year, in England, UK, a total public-place smoking ban will come into force. No longer will it be permissible to smoke in bars and eating establishments. Hurrah!!

More Dangers of Smoking

Thousands of people die each year from passive smoking. Contrary to popular belief 9usually held amongst active smokers) the risks are not reduced if you simply inhale the smoke of others. The risks of heart disease, respiratory disease and cancer remain the same.

Smoking Bans: Good or Bad?

Smoking bans could be laced with a tricky cocktail of obedience and alternative behaviour. Stopping smoking in public areas is all well and good provided that doesn't push smokers elsewhere.

Nicotine Boost Increases Insurance Premiums

Studies reveal that cigarette nicotine percentages are on the rise and so are smokers' insurance premiums.

Quitting Smoking: Why Do You Smoke?

Beginning the process of stopping smoking starts with acceptance of the need. To do this we must first of all decide what it is that makes us smoke in the first place.

Beat Your Cravings: Beat the Habit

One of the biggest challenges when trying to give up smoking is that of fighting the inevitable cravings. Whereas some people sail through the withdrawal process, others have such powerful urges and cravings that they simply want to give up altogether.

Why Not Kick The Cancer Sticks Once And For All?

I smoked cigarettes for a little over fifteen years and finally kicked those cancer sticks to the curb, once and for all. Now that I've done it, I figured I'd share my story in order to help other people do the same thing. Because really, at the end of the day, you don't want to be a smoker, do you? Of course you don't.

The Smoking Ban: Interesting Issues May Arise

There are some interesting discussions regarding the no smoking regulations that come into force in the U.K. on the 1st of July 2007. Other countries such as France, Ireland, and Scotland have begun a smoking ban. Although there has been some violations of the ban in France, it is thought that these are simply early episodes of minor defiance and that the ban will eventually be successful.

Secondhand Smoke At Workplace Increases Lung Cancer Risk

If your co-workers love smoking at the workplace, you better be careful for a new study says that secondhand smoke at the workplace doubles the risk of lung cancer in nonsmokers.

Ways to Stop Smoking - Which One is Best for You?

You know you should stop smoking but which method will work best? Get some tips to put you on the right track.

Quit Smoking Time! Tips to Getting Started

Tired of failing in your attempts to quit smoking? It's common to have about 10 false starts, so don't feel bad. It doesn't mean you can't quit. It means you weren't ready. But now you are, right? Let's get started teaching you how to do it right.

Why You Should Not Smoke During Pregnancy!

We are aware of the fact that smoking in pregnancy can be life-threatening to the unborn baby and so is a big no-no. A lot of evidence is available which proves its danger, including the new evidence that pregnant smokers have a greater risk of having babies with heart defects.

Living with a Smoker? Help Him Quit to Help Both of You

My work is just reminding you of what you have chosen to forget or ignore, may be because of the super-fast lifestyle you are leading or just don’t know what to do about it. I wish to help you in knowing how you can help your friends and family members. Because people who are regularly exposed to second-hand smoke or passive smoking face almost twice the risk of a heart attack as people who live in a smoke-free environment. If your spouse, partner or friend smokes, then both of you suffer the consequences.

The Psychological Effects of Smoking: The True Barrier to Quitting Cigarettes

Fact: It is unbelievably easy to stop smoking. Fact: Hardcore smokers of 40 years have stopped smoking overnight with consummate ease. Fact: It is not the physical symptoms that stop people from stopping smoking, but rather the psychological effects of smoking that hinder people's efforts...