• Have a habit of drinking ‘chai-sutta’ during office breaks?
• What are the health effects?
• Follow these tips to break the habit

You may have seen many people smoking cigarettes with tea during office breaks. Nowadays it is also called ‘chai-sutta’ break. Most people are seen sitting at the stall outside the office with a cup of tea in one hand and a cigarette in the other. While this may help reduce stress temporarily, it has a direct impact on health. Drinking tea and cigarettes together is dangerous for health. Know the serious health effects of smoking cigarettes with tea.

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Why does tea and cigarettes taste good together?

According to doctors, tea contains caffeine, which increases alertness, and nicotine in cigarettes exacerbates it. This may seem like a temporary relief of stress, but it causes the heart rate to increase and blood pressure to rise. This daily habit can weaken the heart. Also, the risk of serious diseases such as cancer may increase.

What are the health effects?

• Effects on Lungs- Cigarette smoke accumulates toxins in the lungs, which increases the risk of respiratory problems, cough and cancer.
• Risk of heart disease – Frequent smoking of cigarettes with tea can cause high BP and also increase the risk of heart disease.
• Stomach Problems – Consuming tea and cigarettes on an empty stomach can cause acidity, gas and digestive problems.
• Mental and physical stress- This habit may feel refreshing at first, but over time, physical and mental stress increases.

Follow these tips to break the habit

• Addiction to tea and cigarettes cannot be completely quit, so try to reduce it gradually.
• Try to keep yourself occupied with any activity when you feel the urge to smoke tea and cigarettes.
• Instead of tea, you can consume healthy drinks like green tea, lemon water, herbal tea.
• Eat fennel, toffee or dry fruits to get rid of cigarette addiction.
• Regular exercise reduces nicotine cravings and improves mood. So exercise for 30 to 40 minutes every day.

Note – This article is written for general information only and does not claim to be a cure of any kind. Consult your doctor before taking any remedy.

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