Say No To Smoking And Build Up Your Immune System

The adverse effects of tobacco are well established

. Besides being harmful to the lungs and increasing the risk of lung cancer, smoking is also linked to suppressed immune system. Nicotine is the main constituent of cigarette smoke. Nicotine is known to suppress the immune system by depressing the antibodies and cells in the body that protect against foreign bodies and carriers of infections. Smoking is also linked to incidence of malignant diseases and respiratory infections. There is a significant decrease in the immune cells in the body if smoking is continued. Due to suppressed immune system, smokers are at a higher risk of getting affected by colds and flu than non-smokers.

Cigarette smoke carries carbon monoxide. This gas interferes with the oxygen levels in the smoker's bloodstream. This leads to lower levels of oxygen reaching the brain, heart, muscles and other organs. Lung function is also adversely affected. This is because the lung airways get narrowed and there is excess mucus collected in the lungs. This is why infectious diseases, such as pneumonia and influenza, attack smokers more than non-smokers. It also takes much longer for smokers to recover from illnesses. To prevent the flu, there are several measures that need to be taken. For smokers, it is a good idea to quit smoking and adopt healthy lifestyle. Flu vaccine is also a good preventive measure for influenza.

Smoking, as well as breathing second hand smoke, is harmful for the entire body, including the immune system. As there is a high percentage of people who are exposed to active as well as passive smoking, extra efforts have to be made to improve the immune system and the overall health of individuals. In order to maintain a strong health condition and resist infectious diseases like flu, smokers need to change their smoking habits and make an effort to reduce nicotine intake levels. There are health organizations that arrange for influenza vaccination in schools and offices so help improve the body's immune system to fight against colds and flu. Offices are places where you can get maximum exposure to viral infections. This leads to absenteeism and loss of productivity. Flu vaccinations and campaigns that promote healthy lifestyles are among the better means of dealing with this.

There are several causes of catching the common cold and flu. Unhealthy lifestyle and exposure to smoking are one of the major causes of a suppressed immune system that leads to higher risk of getting affected by influenza. Ideally, during winter season, it is best to quit smoking and get yourself vaccinated to ensure that you are not at risk.

by: Eva Judge

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