www.no-smoke.org/pdf/100ordlist.pdf (accessed 2008 Aug 13)
Among all the well-documented side effectslung disease, heart problems, and a distinct aroma that clings to everything you ownsome smokers insist that cigarettes keep their bowel movements in tip-top shape
"'Nic-sick,' as it's being called, refers to non-specific symptoms of exposure to nicotine, especially if it is above someone's tolerance," said Panagis Galiatsatos, M.D., MHS, a volunteer medical spokesperson for the American Lung Association and assistant professor at Johns Hopkins School of Medicine explained
Heres how you can minimize the risks and protect your periodontal health: Brush and floss twice daily Clean your tongue regularly Choose an alcohol-free mouthwash Avoid products with sodium lauryl sulfate Eat a balanced diet and stay hydrated Dont smoke or use tobacco products Manage stress, which can trigger severe outbreaks White spots on the gums may not always indicate a serious oral health concern
UPDATE: Episode 6 (read a recap here) makes a point of highlighting the pre-catastrophe existence of two thermonuclear weapons in Atlanta, information that is found on Cal's tablet