Increased Risk of Oral Cancer Over 70,000 chemicals make up tobacco smoke
Over the last 12 months, there has been an unprecedented 20% decline in adult smoking rates in New Zealand
The generational shift follows a clear pattern: 1970s-80s : Cigarette use common among players 1990s-2000s : Shift to snus and traditional smokeless tobacco 2010s : Introduction of tobacco bans in stadiums Present day : Adoption of tobacco-free alternatives like ZYN Public health organizations support this transition, citing research linking smokeless tobacco to gum disease, tooth loss, oral cancer, liver disease, and nutritional problems
However, these medications can increase your chances of quitting two- or three-fold
Limit sugar, alcohol, and saturated fats : Exchange chocolate bars high in fat and sugar for dark chocolate, fresh fruit, or a slice of whole wheat bread
Nat Rev Cancer 3(10):733744