Setting a Great Example — the Best Legacy of All.
Setting a Great Example — the Best Legacy of All.
For thousands of years, Native peoples have passed down sacred traditions. If you want to leave a legacy, quitting commercial tobacco is a great start. We’ll help you choose a healthier lifestyle — for yourself and for generations to come.
For thousands of years, Native peoples have passed down sacred traditions. If you want to leave a legacy, quitting commercial tobacco is a great start. We’ll help you choose a healthier lifestyle — for yourself and for generations to come.
Commercial Tobacco Use Increases Your Risk of Diabetes
Commercial Tobacco Use Increases Your Risk of Diabetes
Quitting tobacco can lower your risk of developing Type 2 diabetes. If you already have diabetes, nicotine increases sugar levels, hardening your blood vessels and making insulin less effective and sugar levels harder to manage. If you are at risk of diabetes, smoking can speed up the process by slowing down bodily functions and insulin production, which can make your diabetes diagnosis come a lot faster.
Quitting tobacco can lower your risk of developing Type 2 diabetes. If you already have diabetes, nicotine increases sugar levels, hardening your blood vessels and making insulin less effective and sugar levels harder to manage. If you are at risk of diabetes, smoking can speed up the process by slowing down bodily functions and insulin production, which can make your diabetes diagnosis come a lot faster.
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Did you know?
The Helpline Has Supported Over Half a Million Oklahomans in Their Quit Journeys.
Did you know?
The Helpline Has Supported Over Half a Million Oklahomans in Their Quit Journeys.
Sacred vs. Commercial Tobacco
Sacred vs. Commercial Tobacco
The sacred use of tobacco for spiritual growth and guidance has long been a part of Native American ceremonies. However, tobacco companies have exploited this cultural practice to sell commercial tobacco — leading to more preventable deaths and smoking-related health issues within Native American communities than in any other group.
The Helpline’s Coaches understand the importance of traditional tobacco. They can help you honor traditions while leading a healthy life — without commercial tobacco.
The sacred use of tobacco for spiritual growth and guidance has long been a part of Native American ceremonies. However, tobacco companies have exploited this cultural practice to sell commercial tobacco — leading to more preventable deaths and smoking-related health issues within Native American communities than in any other group.
The Helpline’s Coaches understand the importance of traditional tobacco. They can help you honor traditions while leading a healthy life — without commercial tobacco.
