Combustion, a fundamental chemical process involving oxidation, is widely recognized for its role in generating heat and light.

Historically, fire has been a double-edged sword for humanity, essential for technological advancement but also a source of destruction, as seen in the Great Fire of London in 1666 and increasing wildfire occurrences in Mediterranean regions.

Combustion is also associated with smoking, a habit that gravely impacts health.

Approximately 2 million people smoke in Hungary, leading to diseases caused not by nicotine alone, but by the harmful substances released during combustion.

The FDA identifies 93 of the nearly 7,000 chemicals in cigarette smoke as harmful.

Quitting smoking is imperative for health, though harm reduction technologies such as nicotine pouches, e-cigarettes, and tobacco heating products offer alternatives by reducing harmful emissions by 70-95%.

However, these products still contain nicotine, posing addiction risks and raising heart rate and blood pressure.

Long-term studies are needed to understand the full impact of reduced emissions.

Ultimately, abstaining from all nicotine and tobacco products is the best way to avoid health risks.

This article aims to raise awareness about combustion and its effects without serving advertising purposes.

Commissioned by Philip Morris Hungary Kft.