Cause 3: Smoking – The Clouded Culprit
The dangers of smoking aren’t new to us. But when we delve deeper into its association with stomach cancer, the revelations can be staggering. Every puff of a cigarette doesn’t merely impact our lungs. It introduces a host of toxins, many of which are hell-bent on waging a war against our stomach lining cells.
This attack on the cells isn’t transient. It’s a persistent battering, which over time, leaves these cells vulnerable. In this weakened state, the transformation from a regular cell to a malignant one becomes frighteningly probable. This puts smokers in a risk zone, almost double that of their non-smoking counterparts.
But here’s where hope shines. Quitting smoking isn’t just about ridding oneself of a bad habit. It’s about reclaiming one’s health. The journey might be tough, laden with withdrawal symptoms and cravings. But the reward, a significantly reduced risk of numerous cancers, including stomach cancer, makes the endeavor worth every ounce of effort.(3)
