Myth: Light cigarettes is a good
alternative to regular ones.
Fact: Many smokers choose “low-tar,”
“mild,” “light,” or “ultra-light” cigarettes because they think that these
cigarettes may be less harmful to their health than “regular” or “full-flavour”
cigarettes. Although smoke from light cigarettes may feel smoother and lighter on
the throat and chest, light cigarettes are not healthier than regular
cigarettes. The truth is that light cigarettes do not reduce the health
risks of smoking. The only way to reduce a smoker’s risk, and the risk to
others, is to stop smoking completely.
