Smoking & Your Body
What happens to your teeth if you smoke?
They turn yellow and fall out
What part of your body helps break down alcohol?
Liver
What addictive chemical is in cigarette?
Nicotine
What should you say if someone offers you a cigarette?
No thanks, I don’t want to hurt my body
How does smoking affect sports performance?
It makes it harder to breathe and slows you down
How does alcohol affect your brain?
It slows down thinking and reflexes
What poisonous gas in cigarette smoke can harm your body?
Carbon monoxide
What is one way to say no to peer pressure?
Walk away, change the subject, or use humor
What disease can smoking cause that makes it hard to breathe?
Asthma/lung disease
What can happen if someone drink too much alcohol at once?
They can get very sick, pass out, or even poisoned
What common household product is also found in cigarette?
Acetone (found in nail polish remove)
True or false: If your friend smokes, you have to try it too
False
How does smoking affect your heart?
It makes your heart work harder and increases the risk of heart disease
How does alcohol affect your ability to make decisions?
It makes you take more risks and make bad choices
How many harmful chemicals are in cigarette smoke?
Over 7,000
What’s one excuse someone might use to pressure you to drink alcohol?
“Everyone else is doing it”
What organ is most damaged by smoking?
Lungs
Why is alcohol especially dangerous for kids and teens?
Their brains and bodies are still growing so it affects them more
What sticky substance in cigarettes can turn your lungs black?
Tar
Why is it important to choose friends who make good choices?
They influence your decisions and help you stay healthy.