10 DEADLY chemicals cigarette manufacturers don’t want you to know about

We all know smoking is bad for us, yet millions of people still smoke. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), nearly 15 percent of Americans, or more than 40 million people, still light up a cigarette everyday. Compared to the 42 percent of the population that smoked in 1965, it seems like we are making some progress.

Despite all the efforts being made, smoking remains the number one cause of preventable death in the United States, killing some 443,000 Americans every year. As stated by the CDC, smoking kills more people than obesity, drug abuse, infectious disease, firearms, and traffic accidents.

But what exactly is it that makes cigarettes so bad for our health? While we all know about the addictive effects of nicotine, not many people realize that cigarettes contain more than 4000 other chemicals. Of these chemicals, at least 40 are known carcinogens, and 400 are proven to be toxic to some degree.

Are you a smoker? Let’s look at ten of the most toxic substances found in cigarettes. Hopefully, this article will make you think twice before lighting up your next cigarette.

1.      Benzene

In humans, benzene has been linked to leukemia or blood cancer, anemia, genetic damage, and excessive bleeding. It is one of the most basic chemicals used in the petrochemical industry and present in crude oil, gasoline, and pesticides. Cigarette smoke accounts for about half of the benzene exposure in the United States.

2.      Formaldehyde

Used to preserve dead bodies and kill microbes, formaldehyde can cause eye irritation and coughing, among other health-related issues for both smokers and passive (second hand) smokers.

3.      Tar

Tar, the black sticky compound added to road-making materials is also produced when tobacco is burned. It has been linked to cancer and turns your teeth yellow.

4.      Arsenic

Another dangerous, cancer-causing chemical found in cigarettes is arsenic. Arsenic can accumulate in the body over time. Since it can interfere with the body’s ability to repair DNA, it may also boost the effect of other health-damaging chemicals.

5.      Cadmium

Cadmium, also used in the production of batteries, is a toxic metal found in cigarettes. Not only has it been linked to cancer, but exposure to this chemical can also damage the kidneys and the linings of arteries.

6.      Chromium

You may know chromium from dyes, paints, and metallic alloys. When inhaled, this chemical acts as the glue between carcinogens and DNA, resulting in total DNA damage which may cause cancer or other health related issues.

7.      Hydrogen cyanide

Hydrogen cyanide is a known carcinogen that damages the cilia in the lungs. These hair-like structures line the airways and help clear toxins from the body. When these cilia get destroyed, toxins can enter the bloodstream more quickly via the lungs.

8.      Carbon monoxide

Carbon monoxide, or CO, is a colorless, odorless, and tasteless gas released whenever fuel or cigarettes are burned. Tobacco smoke contains 3 to 5 percent CO. CO affects the whole body by binding to red blood cells, which results in less oxygen being transported throughout the body.

9.      Nitrogen oxide

Nitrogen oxide is a common air pollutant also found in cigarette smoke. It causes lung inflammation and heavy breathing in regular smokers.

10.  Ammonia

Ammonia, commonly found in many households to clean toilet bowls, is also found in cigarettes. In fact, ammonia is the chemical in cigarettes that enhances the addictive effect of nicotine.

These chemicals are only the tip of the iceberg. If we convinced you to quit this unhealthy habit, find more information and help at StopSmoking.news.

Despite fresh warrant, no urgency in civil suit on Zakir Naik’s arrest

 Despite fresh warrant, activist says no urgency in civil suit on Zakir Naik’s arrest

Hindraf chairman P. Waytha Moorthy (pic) says there is no urgency to expedite the civil suit against the government for failing to act against Dr Zakir Naik. — Picture by Choo Choy MayKUALA LUMPUR, April 24 ― There is no urgency to expedite the civil suit against the government for failing to act against Dr Zakir Naik despite India’s second non-bailable warrant against the televangelist, Hindraf chairman P. Waytha Moorthy said yesterday.

The civil activist reiterated that the warrant would not complicate matters in the civil suit, as the case is against the government.

“Not at all. Basically, we are demanding the court to declare Zakir a threat to national security, a ban from this country and for him to be arrested and deported,” he told Malay Mail Online.

“Because our case is against the government on grounds that he is also a threat to the peaceful coexistence of our multicultural society.”

“Our argument is, if he is a threat in India, then he shouldn’t come to Malaysia and talk about religion. He is not fit to talk about it,” he added.

The civil suit was filed last month by a group of 19 activists to compel the government to arrest and deport Dr Zakir.

The group included academic Dr Lim Teck Ghee, Sabah lawmaker Datuk Dr Jeffrey Kitingan, lawyers Siti Kasim and Asiah Abd Jalil and Sarawak activist Peter John Jaban.

Malay rights group Perkasa has since sought to intervene in the suit, and has called for its withdrawal.

So far, courts in India have issued two arrest warrants against the controversial televangelist.

It was previously that Dr Zakir left India to avoid arrest after several perpetrators of a terror attack in Dhaka, Bangladesh claimed to have been inspired by his sermons, which prompted the NIA’s case against him under India’s Unlawful Activities (Prevention) Act.

Another warrant has also been issued against Dr Zakir by India’s Enforcement Directorate for alleged money laundering.

Dr Zakir previously told Indian authorities searching for him to find him here in Malaysia, where he was given permanent residency five years ago.

Malaysia is practicing double standards, a wanted felon is a wanted person and should be deported and sent back immediately. What makes the elite in M'sia the Judge and Jury. They really think the world of themselves. Better stop this nonsense before M'sia be a stop-over for criminals!!! 

ALERT: IF YOU SPOT A COIN ON YOUR CAR DOOR,

ALERT: IF YOU SPOT A COIN ON YOUR CAR DOOR, DO THIS IMMEDIATELY… SPREAD THIS ALL OVER

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If you have a car, then you should read this article. People are discovering a really strange but almost genius things and for the trick that we are going to warn you about today requires automobile door, penny and of course a blind eye.

Car thieves have strange plan in order to steal your car and they are putting a penny or any other type of coin on the automobile door. It is really hard to notice that coin but how they are going to steal the car with just doing that? Well when you are going to lock your car the coin will keep the door from locking properly and that way they have easier access to your car.

That is why when you are going the next time to drive your car, you should check the doors and if you notice that there is a coin, be aware of your surroundings and your environment and if you noticed that someone is following you then you should be specially aware. You should even report this to the police. In order to prevent numerous people to get their car stolen, share this article with your friends and family, especially with the ones that have a car.

Save a Person Having Stroke with This One Simple Trick

Save a Person Having Stroke with This One Simple Trick

Strokes are one of the scariest health issues to experience. They are sudden and time is everything in the event of this health catastrophe. Knowing what to do is urgent and can save a life.

A stroke occurs when the blood supply to your brain is interrupted or reduced. When this happens it throws everything in your entire body off. It may be caused by a blocked artery or the leaking or burst of a blood vessel. The risk of strokes is only on the rise too.Each year approximately 795,000 Americans suffer from a stroke… You could be next.

This technique is proven to be effective. While strokes are terrifying, about 80% of them prevented. There are tons of medications out there but we all know the big pharma is not taking the public health into consideration anymore. Instead, try this method invented by a Chinese professor. He demonstrated that you can stop a stroke in its tracks by the simple prick of a needle.

If you are worried that you or someone around you is going to suffer from a stroke, do not panic. Simply find a household needle and perform the following.

• Sterilize a needle – you can do this by holding it over the flame of a candle or dipping it in alcohol.
• Prick – prick all 10 fingers right below the nail.
• Bleed – encourage the blood to flow from the fingers. If you it doesn’t flow like it should, squeeze the fingers. Make sure all fingers are bleeding.

Symptoms should evade, but be sure to get to a hospital just in case. This method is said to be 100% effective but you can never be too safe!

 

Zakir should be deported to India

DAP: Malaysia is no cause to protect Zakir Naik

Minderjeet Kaur

 | April 17, 2017

Experts Parliament for Ipoh Barat M Kulasegaran said Zakir Naik had to return to India and clear his name.

PETALING JAYA: M Kulasegaran said this supplementary report ternanti-side power India to investigate Zakir later indicted in connection lectures terrorist propaganda.

In contrast, Kulasegaran called on Putrajaya in order to cooperate with New Delhi authorities.

"Malaysia should not protect him. If the same situation applies to other people.

Beginning today, Kulasegaran on Facebook said: "While Zakir was in Malaysia, he will be dragged Malaysia with him. In the mind of the Indian Malaysian fugitive protection seems to be better than the local people. "

He said Malaysia is no cause to be a refuge Zakir, moreover he must also state in the arena embarrassing Intl.

 

Kulasegaran, who is also an attorney said, Zakir had to go home and clear his name.

"Suddenly Zakir with his words raised an important person in Malaysia, even Perkasa pay tribute to him," he said, referring to the Perkasa State Natives tribute to him for the Islamic struggle.

"Why is he reluctant to return? Now he says Muslims in India are not given a fair treatment. 

Kulasegaran referring to reports Hindustan Times 15 April :

The enforcement directorate (ED) on Saturday filed a charge sheet against Aamir Gazdar, a close confidante of Dr Zakir Naik, and Harmony Media Limited — a company floated by Naik — for allegedly laundering money on behalf of the controversial televangelist. The ED’s 1,000-page charge sheet lists Naik as an accused in the case. The charge sheet includes the statements of witnesses and several documents, which establish the trail of laundered money. 

The National Investigation Agency (NIA) carried out searches at the premises of controversial Islamic preacher Zakir Naik, his NGO and a few associates for the third consecutive day on Monday, even as it blocked the website of outlawed Islamic Research Foundation founded by him.

The anti-terror investigation agency is also set to summon Naik, who is abroad ever since his name cropped up linking terror activities following the Dhaka terror attack on July 1.

Search operations were carried out by the NIA at the IRF offices and premises as well as that of Harmony Media Pvt Ltd, from where the programmes were being aired on Naik’s Peace TV.

The NIA also blocked IRF website which was allegedly promoting “hate speeches” of Naik.

“As part of investigation, all actions that need to be taken against a proscribed organisation, including banning of its online activities, are being undertaken,” an NIA spokesperson told PTI.

Last week, the central government banned the IRF and declared it as a terrorist organisation under the Unlawful Activities Prevention Act for five years.

If the Islamic preacher fails to respond to the NIA summon, a red corner notice will be issued against Naik through Interpol by it.

Malaysia has no business harboring a fugitive like him. We should not meddle or interfere in other nation's affairs! Zakir should be deported immediately. What if a Malaysian fugitive fled to India and India is protecting and sheltering him!!! How would we feel????

 

 

10 Amazing Benefits of Pink Himalayan Salt

10 Amazing Benefits of Pink Himalayan Salt

by AMANDA ENNETT

Imagine everyone sitting down for a big family feast. The best china set gently upon silk cloth, crystals brimming with fresh apple-cinnamon-ginger juice. An array of baked, steamed and sautéed vegetables decorate the table. Suddenly Grandma reaches for the salt, startled she rears back and exclaims, “Why is the salt PINK?!”
Oh Grandma, “Its Himalayan salt, and it’s wonderful!”

 

OriginsThe Himalayan mountain range stretches across Asia passing through China, Nepal, Myanmar, Pakistan, Bhutan, Afghanistan, and India. Most people associate the Himalayans with Mount Everest, the highest peak on this planet, but here is something new to think about- salt.

 

Once upon a time (a couple of hundreds of millions of years ago) crystallized sea salt beds, now deep within the Himalayans, were covered by lava. Aside from being kept it in a pristine environment that has been surrounded by snow and ice year round, the lava is thought to have protected the salt from modern-day pollution leading to the belief that Himalayan Pink salt is the purest salt to be found on earth. It is now hand-mined from the mountains and brought to the culinary market.

Why Pink?The many hues of pink, red and white are an indication of this salt’s rich and varying mineral and energy-rich iron content.

 

BenefitsIn the same manner that vitamins and minerals are perfectly packaged in fruits and vegetables, because this salt was formed naturally the minerals within the sodium work in synergy.

(Synergy is the interaction of multiple elements in a system to produce an effect different from or greater than the sum of their individual effects.)

 

Iodine- Natural salts are rich in iodine, so it doesn’t need to be artificially added in.

 

Less sodium consumed per serving- Himalayan salt is made of the same components as table salt but since the crystal structure is larger than refined salt, and by volume- this salt therefore has LESS sodium per 1/4 t. serving- because the sea salt crystals or flakes take up less room on a teaspoon than highly refined tiny table salt grains.

 

Packs a hearty 80+ minerals and elements- Himalayan salts are mineral packed crystals which formed naturally within the earth made up of 85.62% sodium chloride and 14.38% other trace minerals including: sulphate, magnesium, calcium, potassium, bicarbonate, bromide, borate, strontium, and fluoride (in descending order of quantity).

 

Because of these minerals Himalayan pink salt can:

• -Create an electrolyte balance

 

-Increases hydration

 

-Regulate water content both inside and outside of cells

 

-Balance pH (alkaline/acidity) and help to reduce acid reflux

 

-Prevent muscle cramping

 

-Aid in proper metabolism functioning

 

-Strengthen bones

 

-Lower blood pressure

 

-Help the intestines absorb nutrients

 

-Prevent goiters

 

-Improve circulation

 

-Dissolve and eliminate sediment to remove toxins

It is even said to support libido, reduce the signs of aging, and detoxify the body from heavy metals.

 

Pink Salt vs. Sea Salt

Even though pink salts come from the mountains, they are technically sea salts as well. All salt comes from a salted body of water—namely, an ocean or salt-water lake. However, Himalayan salt is said to be the purest form of sea salt.

 

 

Why Table Salt is Inferior

Commercial refined salt is not only stripped of all its minerals, besides sodium and chloride, but is also chemically cleaned, bleached and heated at unnecessary high temperatures.

 

In addition, it is treated with anti-caking agents which prevent salt from mixing with water in the salt container. These agents also prevent dissolving within our system leading to build up and then deposit in organs and tissue, causing severe health problems.

 

Finally, the iodine that is added into salt is usually synthetic which is difficult for your body to process properly. Shockingly under U.S. law, up to 2% of table salt can be additives.

 

The Many Uses of Pink Salt

Cooking and curing– use pre-ground salt or grinders like any other salt.

 

Salt Slabs– used as serving platters, the slabs will impart an enhanced salt taste and mineral content. Chilled: decorate with fruits, sushi, vegetables or cheese. Frozen: present cold desserts and even sorbets. Heated: use the slabs to sear vegetables, shrimp, fish fillets or thinly sliced beef or even to fry an egg. The dense salt blocks conduct heat beautifully with near perfect heat distribution.

 

Best of all, Himalayan salt is naturally anti-microbial, so clean up requires just a quick scrub or rinse.

 

Decoration– use the salts in containers, as décor crystals and sprinkled on food for presentation.

 

Bathing- throw in the tub for a detoxifying Himalayan salt bath. The replenishing nutrients stimulate circulation and soothe sore muscles. Naturally rich in 80+ nourishing and skin-replenishing minerals, bathing with pink bath salt is a healing and therapeutic experience for mind and body.

 

Potpourri Holders and Essential Oil Diffusers– many on-line sites sell beautiful home décor featuring the pink salt as crystal rocks.

 

Air purification– crystal rock lamps for air purification are also found and sold on-line.

 

Hopefully now you will not be as shocked as Grandma when you reach for the salt shaker and find pink crystals staring back at you!

 

If you eat meat, brining should be in your bag of tools. Brining makes meat very juice and succulent! Here’s is an extremely simple recipe for it.

 

Basic low sodium brine for pork and poultry. (Brine will work for up to 8 lbs. of protein.)

 

Ingredients

• -1 gallon water
• -3 ounces sea salt
• -3 ounces sugar (optional)
• -1 Tbsp. citrus zest (lemon, lime or orange – optional)

Instructions

• -Add the salt, sugar and other aromatics to a pot and bring the water to a simmer until the salt and sugar have dissolved.
• -Remove the pot from the heat and chill before using the brine.
• -Let your protein brine for 6 hours.
• -Drain the protein, and let it rest and air dry in fridge for 2 hours.
• -Roast, broil or grill as you would!