SHISHA SMOKING: FUN OR FATAL?
Shisha smoking is not harmful—just some fun with no consequences. How often do we hear this? But let’s be honest, ignorance is not an excuse. It’s time to pause our busy lives and educate ourselves because knowledge truly is the path to understanding. So, what exactly is Shisha? It’s a flavored and aromatic tobacco product, often consumed using a Shisha pot or hookah. The process involves heating the tobacco to produce smoke, which is then passed through water before being inhaled. Shisha typically contains a blend of tobacco, sweeteners, and flavors, which leads many users to believe it’s harmless. But let’s consider another perspective. Many assume Shisha is harmless simply because it’s flavored tobacco. However, we cannot ignore the adverse effects of tobacco—even in a small cigarette. Tobacco impacts not just the smoker but also those nearby through secondhand smoke. Studies reveal that 20 minutes of continuous Shisha smoking can equate to smoking 25 cigar...