However, because burning grabba leaf still generates tar, carbon monoxide, and raw combustion by-products, it carries traditional smoke health considerations
Effective strategies include 'cold turkey,' nicotine replacement therapy (NRT) like patches or gum, prescription medications, and behavioural counselling
It is important to distinguish the former from the latter as the direct oxidative damage by free radicals and ROS present in cigarette smoke may be less pronounced than the indirect damage/response triggered by other toxicants and carcinogens in the smoke, e.g
Carry a pocket ashtray all the time or have a portable ashtray with you as you leave your home, office or car
According to the National Cancer Institute it affects appearance with white leathery patches inside of the mouth, stained teeth and bad breath