cigar smoking unhealthy
cigar smoking unhealthy
Pipe smokers/Cigar smokers-questions?
Just some generic questions but I’d like to see what your thoughts are.
What sparked your interest?
What tobacco/cigar did you start with?
What is your favorite pipe tobacco/cigar?
What type of pipe do you enjoy most?
Which brand of pipe do you enjoy the most?
Which brand of cigar do you enjoy the most?
Pipe and Cigar smokers which do you prefer if you prefer one over the other and why?
Which out of the two has given you more pleasure over time?
Do you find the Brothers of the Briar so to speak to be growing or decreasing in interest and population lately?
Lastly please don’t give me the whole pipe smoking/cigar smoking is unhealthy why do you have interest in this type context. Just for mere interest in the whole concept behind it if you wish to know.
What sparked my interest? My dad smokes a pipe, and I have always liked the smell of pipe tobacco, and the aura of smoking a pipe.
What age did I start? I started when I was 15
What tobacco? Aromatic pipe tobacco what ever was in my dad’s supply.
What is my favorite pipe tobacco? Night Cap, Midnight run, taste master, captain cool. Almost any good aromatic pipe tobacco works for me.
What pipe? I only smoke briar pipes, many different makers in my collection. I will not go top dollar, but I will not go budget pipes either. Typically spend around $50 to $90 a pipe.
Favorite Pipe brand? Savinelli
Which cigar? Montiecristo.
What do I prefer? Pipe, I just like the warmth of a nice pipe in my hand when smoking it. I do enjoy a good cigar sometimes when out riding my horse. Although I will smoke a pipe when riding to.
More pleasure? Pipe hands down.
Brother of the briar decreasing? Somewhat, I think there are still a few next generation pipe smokers out there.
cigar smoking unhealthy
How to Stop Smoking in 60 Days
Of course you want to stop smoking. You want to quit smoking more than anything else, and you should! But, you just don’t know where to turn! If your like most, you may have tried patches, gum, Chantix, Zyban and/or hypnosis only to find yourself right back in the clutches of nicotine addiction! You know that your behavior is unhealthy, but you’re afraid to give up your crutch because if you do your emotional distress will worsen, and you just don’t know if you can cope without it! You know that it’s unhealthy to smoke, but you just can’t seem to stop! Unfortunately, smoking cessation programs not only fail to address the root cause of nicotine addiction, but they also fail in excess of ninety percent of the time! But, I’m here to tell you that there is a better solution for overcoming your nicotine addiction; one that doesn’t include patches, gum, hypnosis, psychoactive drugs or nonsense!
WHY YOU SMOKE
As with every type of habitual behavior, I believe smoking is a choice. I also believe that this choice can be broken down into the following two categories
- Individuals who occasionally enjoy a cigar or cigarette socially
- Individuals that smoke to alleviate their emotional distress and anxiety
Although there is health risks to consider when smoking, individuals that fall respectively into the first category are generally capable of walking away from it without any difficulty whatsoever. Comparatively speaking, this parallels individuals who drink occasionally and or socially. The second category represents individuals who have become dependent on smoking to alleviate there emotional distress and anxiety, whereby making it extremely difficult to achieve smoking cessation, unless they remove the root cause. I am vehemently opposed to labeling anyone since I believe that we are all created equal, but for the purpose of greater understanding these people would fall into the medical community’s definition of a nicotine addict. As we discussed earlier, most physicians, therapist, hypnotists, counselors and smoking cessation experts would have you believe that smoking is caused by a chemical co-dependence and/or that it is a learned behavior. Well, I have a different take on those theories, and I have proven over and over again in my Addiction Recovery Coaching practice that the root cause of addiction is the need to mask emotional distress. These emotional issues are often rooted in the negative patterns of family dysfunction, and smoking is no exception to the rule. Although when it comes to a smoking addiction, the primary type of emotional distress involved is anxiety. In many ways, smoking is used as a coping mechanism for those of us that are nervous, fearful, or anxious about our family, job, relationship, or financial well being. This frantic effort to control life often leads to smoking or a nicotine addiction. In essence, smoking is a crutch! But, why do some people react to the unknown with anxiety while others face it calmly with the belief that things always works out? I believe the answer to this question is twofold. First, some people naturally possess a higher level of coping skills, and second, some people have learned to conquer their fears, insecurities and most important their anxieties!
THE PSYCHOACTIVE EFFECTS OF NICOTINE
As nicotine enters the body, it is distributed quickly through the blood stream and can cross the blood brain barrier in approximately seven seconds. The life of nicotine in the body is around two hours. The amount of nicotine absorbed by the body from smoking depends on many factors, including the type of tobacco, whether the smoke is inhaled, and whether a filter is used. Nicotine’s mood-altering effects vary by report. Initially, it causes a release of glucose from the liver and adrenaline from the adrenal gland, which produces a stimulating effect. However, users report feelings of relaxation, sharpness, calmness, and even alertness. When a cigarette is smoked, nicotine-rich blood passes from the lungs to the brain within seven seconds and immediately stimulates the release of many chemical messengers such as epinephrine (adrenaline) and dopamine a neurotransmitter, which results in enhanced pleasure, decreased anxiety, and a state of alert relaxation. However, as the body adapts it requires increased amounts of nicotine to produce the same effect, whereby creating a trap!
WITHDRAWAL
Many of the proponents of the chemical dependence model believe that when you stop smoking, your body reacts very quickly to the lack of nicotine in your system. They claim that over the course of three to five days, you are likely to experience a number of the following physical symptoms as the toxins are flushed from your body:
- Increased irritability, frustration, or anger
- Anxiety, tension or nervousness
- Restlessness
- Difficulty concentrating
- Fatigue
- Headaches
- Trouble sleeping
- Increased appetite and weight gain
However, I have seen no empirical evidence to conclusively prove that most people experience the above-mentioned symptoms because of the lack of nicotine. I believe that most of these symptoms exist prior to smoking. Therefore, once you stop smoking the anxiety, restlessness, lack of focus, fatigue, and sleeplessness resurface. The nicotine was merely a masking agent! In essence, smoking is a means by which to alleviate ones anxiety and emotional distress. Think about it for a moment, and ask yourself the following questions:
- When you smoke does it calm your nerves and relieve your anxiety?
- Do you find it difficult to manage your anxiety without the crutch of smoking?
- What has caused your anxiety? What dysfunctional patterns have you learned in the past that have damaged your self- esteem, confidence, or willingness to trust?
- Do you find it difficult to avoid worry and to trust the flow of life?
- Are you fearful about negative outcomes concerning your relationship, job, or financial situation?
Once you explore these questions, you may begin to discover the vehicle that is driving your smoking addiction!
Overcoming your nicotine addiction is really all about removing the source of your emotional distress, isn’t it? If you could remove the anxiety, nervousness, and emotional distress you wouldn’t need to alleviate it with the psychoactive substance called (nicotine?) Smoking is a symptom of underlying emotional distress and anxiety. Therefore, when you fix the root of the problem smoking becomes repulsive.
Learn how to make your urges to smoke dissolve on the spot! Learn how to make smoking become repulsive to you! Learn how to crush your last pack of cigarettes and walk away forever!
Regards,
David Roppo
The Addiction Freedom Coach
For more information about How to Stop Smoking in 60 Days click on the link below…..
http://www.5stepstoaddictionfreedom.com/products2.html
About the Author
As a life coach, Roppo has helped addicted clients learn the secrets to overcoming addiction, and he has established his unique five-step process as a potential benchmark for recovery. His success has overwhelmingly convinced him that the mainstream approach to addiction is fundamentally amiss because formal treatment programs attempt to defeat the symptoms rather than address the core issue.
What do you think of this?
Here they outlawed cigarillos, which are essentially flavored cigarettes(although the companies just repacked them, removed the filter, and called them cigars). The reason for this is, apparently that the flavored cigarettes entice minors to smoke, however, my initial thought was, what about junk food/fast? Junk food is clearly marketed towards children and is proven addictive, so why is that not outlawed? Obesity is overtaking lung cancer as the biggest disease in North America, so clearly it has health repercussions, just like smoking.
Thoughts?
Oh, before anyone says it, yes, it is possible to just have an occasional cigarette/cigar/cigarillo or for that matter, an occasional bit of unhealthy food.
It is untrue that food is only bad when over consumed. You could eat a healthy number of calories in a day, but all of the wrong thing.
while junk food is often not healthy food depending on how defined it can be healthy for you in certain situations if used in modestly in quite limited amounts. Chocolate for example can actually be good for you but only if it is not overly laden with sugar and is consumed in small quantities
One major difference between junk food and cigarettes even compared to junk food that is not healthy is that while consuming junk food may be habit forming it is rarely addictive. While on the other hand nicotine (the reason why people smoke) is one of the most addictive chemicals known to man- in fact more addictive than most chemicals found in illegal drugs
Cigar Smoking
|
|
iHome iP43LVC Dual Alarm Clock Radio for your iPod/iPhone with Pillow Shaker (Blue) $75.95 Sla 12v 18ahupg 85977/d5745 sealed lead acid batteries (12v; 18 ah; ub12180). Specs: used in ups backup systems, spotlights, flashlights, exit lighting & other equipment; 12v; 18 ah; ub12180. Refurb: n. Returnable: y. Warranty: one year……. |
|
|
Dual Alrm Clck Rad Iphone/ipod Purple Charge Play Or Wake $91.77 iHome IP43UV Desktop Clock Radio IP43UV Clocks… |
|
|
Alex Super Baking set – 18 Piece Metal and Plastic Set $16.99 Measure, mix, prep, and bake some imaginary treats| This 18-piece set features a loaf pan, bear pan, heart pan, mixing bowl, rolling pin, whisk, measuring spoons and cup, pastry wheel, 2 star cookie cutters, 2 heart cookie cutter, and an oven mitt. Bon Appetit|… |
|
|
Shawn Interrupted $1.99 … |
|
|
Defending Polygamy $1.99 … |
|
|
America’s Funniest Home Videos: Sports Spectacular $3.15 AMERICA’S FUNNIEST HOME VIDEOS:SPORT – DVD Movie… |
|
|
Gecko Nasal Pad – Large, 4.12 Long $24.80 The Gecko Nasal Pad (formerly the Sleep Comfort Care Pad by Sequal) is intended for patients with Obstructive Sleep Apnea (OSA) who experience pain and discomfort on or around the bridge of their nose associated with using nasal or full face masks. The pad acts as a cushion between the patient’s face and mask, and is simply placed across the bridge of the nose under the mask. The protective polyme… |
|
|
Tiger Balm Analgesic Tiger Muscle Rub … |
|
|
BodySport Cervical Collar 2 $11.86 BodySport® Cervical Collar Features hook-and-loop closure Contoured design Provides support Helps patients remember to limit motion 24″ long 1″ thick polyfoam with cotton cover… |
|
|
Omaha Steaks Prime Rib Roasts Prime Rib Roasts… |
|
|
KIKE CALVO photo illustrations FREAKLANCES Collection – Freaklance Fausto with bike graphic tablet and keyword – Coffee Gift Baskets – Coffee Gift Basket $44.99 Freaklance Fausto with bike graphic tablet and keyword Coffee Gift Basket is measuring 9x9x4. Contains 15oz mug, BONUS free set of 4 coasters, biscotti and 5 blends of gourmet coffee. French Vanilla, Kenya AA, Decaf Colombian Supremo, Chocolate and Italian Roast Espresso elegantly presented in our signature black planet coffee gift box. A very nice and thoughtful gift for any occasion…. |
|
|
Betty Lous Organic Harmony Hippy Happy Apple Bar Case Pack 24 – 683021 $116.33 1.75 oz bar. Vegan. USDA organic. Ingredients: organic apple cinnamon granola [organic oats, organic maple syrup, organic oat flour, organic crisped rice (organic brown rice, malt syrup - GF, sea salt), organic brown rice syrup, organic walnuts, organic sunflower seeds, organic expeller pressed high oleic sunflower oil, organic unsulfured dried apples, organic cinnamon, organic vanilla, sea salt],… |
|
|
Sony ICF-C05iP Clock Radio for iPod (Black) $39.95 With the Sony ICFC05iPBLK Clock Radio you can charge your iPod’s battery while you sleep. This Sony ICFC05iPBLK Clock Radio is the space-saving bedside accessory for iPod® and iPhone® users. Set the alarm to wake to the radio, iPod®, or a buzzer. The charging tray ensures both you and your iPod/iPhone® start the day with a fully charged battery. Plus, The Sony ICFC05iPBLK Clock Radio features … |
|
|
Kuzy® – AQUA BLUE Keyboard Silicone Cover Skin for Macbook / Macbook Pro 13 15 17 Aluminum Unibody $1.00 Dress up your MacBook Pro in fashionable color, silicone protection now. *** Will Not fit MacBook Air 11″ ***… |
|
|
Philips DC315/37 Speaker System for iPod/iPhone with LED Clock Radio (Black) $69.99 Sla 12v 18ahupg 85977/d5745 sealed lead acid batteries (12v; 18 ah; ub12180). Specs: used in ups backup systems, spotlights, flashlights, exit lighting & other equipment; 12v; 18 ah; ub12180. Refurb: n. Returnable: y. Warranty: one year……. |
|
|
Passion of the Christ: Songs (Original Songs Inspired by the Film) $8.00 … |
|
|
Egyptian Hieroglyphs Made Easy $26.50 Learning and understanding of the ancient Egyptian hieroglyphic language. The hieroglyphic script was the longest lived and earliest form of the Egyptian language. Its use was limited primarily to religious and monumental inscriptions, whereas a more cursive script called hieratic was preferred for administrative and epistolary purposes. Hieroglyphic Egyptian employs pictures of objects, each with… |
|
|
Promised Land [CD-ROM] Queensryche’s follow-up to the double-platinum Empire is something of an acquired taste, but it’s well worth the effort. There’s considerable variety here; the heavy progressive-rock of “I Am I” and the ballad “Bridge” were hit singles, but there’s also the funk-inflected “Disconnected”, the edgy, spooky “Lady Jane”, and the piano-and-vocals “Someone Else?”. The title track is probably the stronge… |
|
|
Divine Lighting FHS – *SP. ORDER* 300W T3.5 GX5.3 82V AV $4.00 FHS Long Life Lamp Premium quality by Divine Lighting Manufacturer : Divine Lighting, USA |
|
|
Swirly Tree 6 – Vinyl Wall Decals Murals Stickers Art Graphic – 58H x58W – by üBer Decals Better than wallpaper, wall stickers are a perfect way to decorate your room and express yourself. They are a fun, easy and removable decor solution. These stickers are pre-cut and will only take you several minutes to apply on any surface – walls, doors, windows, and more. Each of our designs come with easy instructions to follow. This is an original design from uBer Decals. All other sellers are… |
|
|
Basketball Dunk – Vinyl Wall Decals Murals Stickers Art Graphic – 60H x29W – by üBer Decals Better than wallpaper, wall stickers are a perfect way to decorate your room and express yourself. They are a fun, easy and removable decor solution. These stickers are pre-cut and will only take you several minutes to apply on any surface – walls, doors, windows, and more. Each of our designs come with easy instructions to follow. This is an original design from uBer Decals. All other sellers are… |
|
|
Samsung CY-STC1100 Smart TV Camera $189.99 Connect with faraway friends and family with Skype video calling. Real HD video call and autos focus with built-in mic. Skype -certified 720p HD Auto Focus 4 microphones Swivel neck LED D6500 Series and Up Plasma D8000 Series… |
|
|
Kuzy – PURPLE Keyboard Silicone Cover Skin for Macbook / Macbook Pro 13 15 17 Aluminum Unibody $2.00 Dress up your MacBook Pro in fashionable color, silicone protection now. *** Will Not fit MacBook Air 11″ ***… |
|
|
Maidenform Women’s Microfiber Boy Shorts #40760 $10.00 You will feel fun, flirty, and fabulous in our Maidenform® Microfiber and Lace Boyshort! Delicate and feminine styling Scalloped lace detailsSoft fabricationComfortable all day wearInner lining made of 100% cottonStretches to move with the body for a flexible fitLow rise styling is perfect under today’s fashionsFabric content Body: 89% Polyester, 11% ElastaneInner Lining Made Of 100% Co… |
|
|
Lilyette Women’s Minimizer Sew-Free Underwire Bra #921 $32.00 Our Lilyette® Sew-Free Tailored Minimizer with Embroidery is the ultimate Minimizer®as it offers both femininity and functionality! Minimizes size – not shape Soft and comfortableBeautiful sew-free designProvides uplift shapingOpaque coverageSmooth backFeminine embroideryFabric ContentCups: 88% TACTEL® Nylon, 12% Lycra ElastaneBacks: 78% Nylon, 22% Lycra®ElastaneExclusive of De… |
|
|
Maidenform Women’s Custom Lift? Tailored Satin Demi Bra #9729 $33.00 Our Maidenform® Custom Lift® Tailored T-Shirt Bra was uniquely designed to give you the perfect lift for your cup size! Each cup size is designed with its own unique lift feature to custom fit your bra size Satin fabrication is soft to the touch Lies flat under clothesSeamless Uplift and Shaping Fabric Content80% Nylon, 20% Lycra® ElastaneBack Lining: 84% Polyester, 16% Lycra®, Ela… |
|
|
Green Toys Sand Play Set $11.00 Kids will ‘dig’ building castles and hunting for buried treasure with the environmentally friendly Sand Play Set from Green ToysTM. Made of recycled plastic, this classic 4-piece collection of tools consists of a bucket, sand castle mold, shovel and rake. Made in the U.S.A from recycled plastic milk containers, which helps save energy, reduces landfill waste, and lowers greenhouse gas emissions, a… |
|
|
Power Wheels Dune Racer $239.95 The Power Wheels Fisher-Price Stinger XS is a 2 seat, 12v BPRO with large off road tires. This cool dune buggy’s main feature is Monster Traction which delivers superior terrain performance versus other BPROs. * The Power Wheels Fisher-Price Stinger XS is a 2 seat with front storage comparment and seat belts for added play. * Drive two forward speeds 2.5-5 mph and 1 reverse speed 2.5 mph. * Incl… |
|
|
Alex Toys Draw like A Pro $28.65 A fun and easy way to draw…just turn down the lights, switch on the projector, insert a preprinted slide and trace away| Comes with 124 slides, 6 markers, 10 sheets of paper, and a flip book…. |
|
|
KONNET iCrado Original, Stylish Metal Charging Dock / Cradle / Stand for iPhone, iPhone 3G, 3GS and iPod (Black) The KONNET iCrado is an easy to install cradle for your iPhone or iPod. With its unique distinctive design, it demonstrates the userâs personal style. The front is designed with a wide opening to give users the quick convenience of charging the iPhone or iPod without removing the protective case. The iCrado has a dedicated port to fit the Appleâs 30-pin USB cable to charge and sync the i… |
You can follow any responses to this entry through the RSS 2.0 feed. You can leave a response, or trackback from your own site.
