How nicotine affects your body.

Nicotine can harm more than just your lungs, it can affect nearly every major organ in your body. It increases your risk for heart disease, stroke, lung cancer, and digestive problems. It also impacts brain health. Smoking raises your risk of Alzheimer’s disease and dementia by as much as 40%.

The good news? Quitting helps your body begin to heal almost immediately — and reduces your risk over time. Use the image below to explore just how far the effects of nicotine can reach.