Researchers have found that long-term smoking may lead to memory loss and increase the risk of dementia symptoms appearing years later.
The damage from smoking does not appear suddenly in the eyes but accumulates gradually over years of tobacco utilize.
Even low levels of nicotine intake can initiate this process, according to the study cited in the report.
Scientists have identified a potential ‘lung-brain axis’ as a direct connection between lung health and cognitive function.
This pathway suggests that smoking affects not only the respiratory system but also brain health in a significant way.
The findings were reported by Ei Samay based on research accessed through news.google.com.
How does smoking affect memory over time?
Long-term smoking leads to gradual changes that accumulate over years, eventually resulting in dementia-like symptoms after a significant delay.
Can even tiny amounts of nicotine cause harm?
Yes, researchers indicate that low levels of nicotine intake may be sufficient to begin the process of cognitive decline linked to smoking.