• Almost every organ in the body is damage when a person smokes. It weakens the
body and leads to many diseases.
• Around 5-8 million die yearly from tobacco, where in one individual dies every eight
seconds.
• A stock of cigarette has more than 4,000 chemicals and consuming it would cut an
individual’s life for at least five minutes.
• Others who are expose to cigarette smoke are also at risk of chemical effects.
• The smoke contains hydrogen cyanide (a deadly substance used in gas chambers),
insecticide, methanol and butane fuels, benzene (causes leukemia), cadmium, and
formaldehyde.
• The chemical mixture impairs the function of the cardiovascular and respiratory
system. It accelerates atherosclerosis and destroys the cilia in the lungs.
• Tar, nicotine, and carbon monoxide are substances from tobacco that are among the
most harmful to health.
TAR
– is a harmful byproduct of smoking
cigarettes. This toxic substance is
carcinogenic and accumulates inside the
respiratory system.
Nicotine
– is a toxic chemical compound
that mostly consists nitrogen, which also
makes cigarettes addictive. It makes the
heart beats fast, brings lightheadedness,
and upsets stomach.
Carbon monoxide
– is a poisonous chemical from burnt cigarette that
makes the heart to do more work to supply sufficient oxygen in the body.
Mainstream smoke
– commonly known as “firsthand-smoke” is the smoke from lit cigarette that is
both inhaled and exhaled.
Second-hand smoke
– is a very dangerous
smoke when taken in. it is smoke puffed out by
smokers called environmental tobacco or
“sidestream” smoke.
Third-hand smoke
– refers to cigarette offshoots which is attached to the
smoker’s hair and clothing as well as various surfaces like walls, floors,
furniture, chairs, and toys. This will remain in the environment even if the
smoke is already gone.
•Addiction
•Stress
•Aggressive Marketing
•Weight control
•Nicotine Dependence
•Limited Education
•Depression
•Parental Role Model
•Adolescent Experimentation
and Rebellion
•Fear of weight gain
•Pleasure
Dietary habits
– are the usual choices of food that people
make. Diet affect an individual’s health condition. For a person to
grow and develop, he/she needs a healthy and balanced diet that
provide energy for everyday activities.
Poor dietary habits occur when the person
does not follow the principles of good
nutrition-adequacy, balance, and variety.
Adequacy
– refers to moderate
amounts of nutrients to maintain normal
body function.
Balance
– refers to
combination of nutrients.
Variety
correct
– refers to consumption of
different types of food products.
Poor dietary habits lead to malnutrition, resulting to stress, tiredness,
sleep deprivation, weak brain functions, indigestions, and heart
problems. It add up to the risk of developing diseases and health
problems such as:
•Obesity
•Tooth decay
•High blood pressure
•High cholesterol
•Heart disease and stroke
•Type-2-diabetes
•Osteoporosis
•Certain types of cancer
•Depression
•Eating disorders
Occurs when an individual lacks the recommended level of regular
physical activity or if he/she is physically inactive.
Physical inactivity is the leading risk factor of death worldwide.
According to WHO, 60-85% of the world’s population does not
have enough physical activity.
In the Philippines, the 7th National Nutrition Survey in 2008 reveals
that nine out of ten Filipinos do not exercise regularly.
•Increase risk of certain cancers
•Contribute to anxiety and depression
•Risk factor to certain cardiovascular diseases
•High blood pressure and increased cholesterol levels
•Decrease in skeletal muscle mass due to excessive sitting
•Increase risks of having a coronary heart disease and obesity
1. Cardiovascular disease – is a disease of the hearth and
blood vessels and it the leading cause of death in the Philippines.
Types of cardiovascular diseases
Rheumatic Fever
immune system
attacks
the heartfat
andhardens
can cause
Atherosclerosis
– type –ofthe
arteriosclerosis
where
deposited
andfever,
becomes
damage
its valves.
It is as
common
teens
plaqueweakness,
on arterial and
walls.
Plaque to
build-up
can begin
early asamong
two years
old.and results to a
permanent damage known as rheumatic heart disease
Angina Pectoris – chest pain from narrowed coronary arteries due to inadequate oxygen
– the heart is not able or below its normal
for theCongestive
heart. Usually lastHeart
less than Failure
five minutes.
capacity of pump blood, causing liquid to accumulate in the lungs and other areas of
Coronary
– coronary
arteries
(pathway
of blood to the heart muscles) are
the body. heart
Reducingdisease
salt and salty
foods help
manage
this condition.
narrowed or blocked; a disease of the coronary vessels and not the heart.
Heart Rhythm Abnormalities/Arrythmia – irregular heart rhythm
Arteriosclerosis
– a conditionpalpitation)
causing the
arteries
to harden
andelectrical
thicken. conduction
Some types are
(i.e., bradycardia, tachycardia,
brought
about
by faulty
naturalsystem
to growing
that isold.
worsened by uncontrolled stress levels and high caffeine intake.
Heart attack
– cardiac muscle failure due to lack of blood flow to the heart. Signs include
painful pressure in the center of the chest spreading to the shoulders, neck and jaw,
lightheadedness, sweating, nausea, and shortness of breath.
2. Cancer
– a disease where cells divide on an uncontrolled pace.
These cells can form a tumor, which be identified benign or malignant
through biopsy procedure.
What is the difference between malignant and
benign tumor?
MALIGNANT IS CANCEROUS. The tumor can spread
to invade and destroy nearby tissues and body parts.
This process is called metastasis.
BENIGN IS NOT CANCEROUS. Benign tumors may
increase in size but do not invade other body parts. It is
typically harmless unless it obstructs normal tissue or
organs.
Carcinoma
is the most common of the major categories; an invasive malignant tumor from
epithelial that tents to spread to other body parts. Cancers of the skin, breast, uterus, prostate, lung,
stomach, colon, and rectum are examples of carcinoma.
Sarcoma is a connective or supportive cancer, which include muscle, bone, fat, blood vessels, and
cartilage cancers.
Leukemias the cancer of the blood or bone marrow characterized by an abnormal production of
blood cells, usually leukocytes or white blood cells.
Lymphoma
arises in cells of the lymphatic or the immune system tissues characterized by
abnormal production of white cells and decrease in resistance.
3. Diabetes or Diabetes Mellitus
– disease resulting from a
condition of the body wherein the body is not able to produce or effectively use
insulin. Insulin is a hormone that is produced in the pancreas, which regulates the
utilization of glucose.
Type 1 Diabetes is insulin-reliant because the body produces little or no insulin at all. The
immune system destroys the cells producing insulin, which causes the build-up of sugar in the
blood and loss of sugar in the urine. Its symptoms include increased thirst, frequent urination,
continuous hunger, weight loss, blurred vision, and tiredness.
Type 2 Diabetes is non-insulin dependent. This occurs when the body produces insulin but
it cannot be used by cells. This type of diabetes is manageable through oral medication and a
lifestyle based on diet and exercise program. Symptoms are usually not very obvious and
may go undetected for many years.
Gestational Diabetes – occurs in certain pregnant individuals. The hormones cause the body
not to respond to the insulin produced by the body. This is not harmful to the baby and can be
treated only with proper diet. Gestational diabetes usually regresses after childbirth but has
higher chances of developing into type 2 diabetes.
4. Chronic Respiratory Disease
– commonly called
chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD); occurs in the air paths
and other parts of the lungs. Symptoms include breathlessness, chronic
cough, and excessive mucus production. COPD can be life-threatening
and may lead to death if not detected and cured early.
Major risk factors of COPD include:
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•
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Tobacco smoking
Indoor air pollution
Outdoor air pollution
Occupational dust and chemicals like
vapors, irritants, and fumes.
“Health is Wealth.” A healthy lifestyle is all about making one’s
health and well-being a priority. It is a choice made by an
individual, a commitment made for his own good and that of his
love ones.
Noncommunicable disease prevention requires and individual to follow certain
guidelines leading to a healthy lifestyle. The following guidelines will lead to
healthy living habits:
•Eat healthy food. This include fruits, vegetable and whole grains. Go for lean meats and
low-fat dairy products. Do not eat food with too much sugar or fat or dine in at fast food.
•Do not smoke. Gaining a little weight is a lesser risk than to keep smoking. Many who
quit smoking did not gain weight
•Drink moderate amounts of alcohol only. Tow average-sized drinks daily for men; one for
women.
•Manage stress. Many individuals use eating means of managing stress. A lot of stress
will be tough in making healthy changes to your lifestyle.
•Do daily routines for physical activity. You do not need to go to the gym regularly or do
marathons but rather, include physical activities into your daily routine.
•Stop comparing yourself to others. A healthy body does not come in one
shape and size. Do not get frustrated over unrealistic body shape; being healthy
is more important.
•Awareness of how hungry or full you are. Be aware of why you eat and how
much you need to eat.
•It’s not about diet; its more of the routing. Dieting almost never works over
the long term. It is more of the routine of eating properly.
•Be determined that you’re going to improve your health, instead of just
deciding to go on a diet. For instance, you may think of what you want: to be fit;
lower blood pressure; lower blood sugar, and cholesterol.
Pilipinas Go4Health aims inform and encourage all Filipinos to
practice a healthy lifestyle by committing to physical activity, proper
nutrition, as well as minimizing or quitting cigarette smoking and
alcohol consumption.
The Go4Health Program includes the “Go Smoke-free”, “Go Slow sa
Tagay,” Go Sustansya,” and “Go Sigala.”
Highlights the bad effect of smoking. Ever hour, ten Filipinos die from
of illnesses related to cigarette smoke. There are 17.3 million
Filipinos, ages 15 years up who smoke. Smoking causes lung
cancer, emphysema, and bronchial disorders.
Advocates the use of alcohol drinks in moderation. It features the
major health risk of consuming too much alcohol as well as related
drunk-driving accidents.
Aims to prevent hypertension and cardiovascular diseases as well
as obesity by campaigning for reduced consumption of salt, sugar,
fats, and high calorie food. Hence, increased intake of fiber lowers
cholesterol and blood sugar levels.
Emphasized on regular exercise of at least three to four times a
week. Out of 100 Filipino adults, only seven do regular exercises.