Has anyone done a testing on the effects of smoking tobacco? We are all aware that it will eventually lead to cancer, yellowed teeth and finger nails, addiction, etc. I am in no way promoting tobacco use. I am not interested in the effects of tobacco on a sedentary human. I am also not looking for opinion or information on quitting.
I looking for any scientific (based on research) information on tabacco's effects on the athlete.
Specifically, on a short term basis (one week to one year), what changes occur to the body?
Does the body compenstate for smoke inhalation? Perhaps an increase in red blood cell count.