... known to be nicotine, tar and carbon monoxide. Over many years, scientific research has been undergoing relating to these chemicals and what effects they have on the human body and brain. This is due to the increase in cancer. In a recent study (Dossing, M 2001) it shows that "One in five people die from lung cancer and 0.5% of people who have developed lung cancer have never touched a cigarette". The study indicates that smoking cigarettes has a relation with lung cancer. "When nicotine is taken it is absorbed into the blood system and reduces circulation in the blood." (Dr. Traquet p. 49). The effect seems to be filtering in the bloodstream where it can become a regular absorbent. Further, tar is known to make the lungs unhealthy and cause bronchial problems (Emphysema) such as chronic lung disease and relatively a smoker's cough. "Emphysema is a disease where the lungs ...

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