The Impact of Smoking on Heart Health

  Understanding the Impact of Smoking on Cardiovascular Well-being The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) reports that cardiovascular disease stands as a top cause of mortality in the United States, claiming approximately 800,000 lives annually. Nearly 20% of these fatalities can be attributed to the habit of smoking cigarettes and using tobacco products. Despite widespread awareness of the health risks associated with tobacco use, the full extent of its detrimental effects may not be fully grasped by many. Health experts are present to delineate numerous ways in which smoking and tobacco product usage can detrimentally affect your heart. Smoking Escalates the Probability of Heart Disease Smoking alters the composition of your blood, triggering the accumulation of plaque in your arteries, a process known as atherosclerosis. This plaque buildup narrows the arteries, impeding the smooth flow of oxygenated blood to various body parts. As the arteries constrict, the heart faces heighte...