Though some parents may emphasize the long-term impact of smoking on their teen's health — as they should — teenagers and young adults may be more persuaded by the immediate and early negative effects. These include:
(A) Reduced physical fitness. Smoking reduces lung function and lung growth. It also causes shortness of breath, coughing, wheezing and increased phlegm.
(B) Early heart disease. Smoking can damage the heart and blood vessels which can increase the risk for atherosclerosis and heart disease
(C) All of the above
(D) Poor oral health. Smokers may suffer from yellow teeth, bad breath and other mouth problems