Loose leaf tobacco has many health risks. It is not a safe alternative to smoking because it contains nicotine. This addictive chemical also found in other tobacco products has the following health effects;
It contains at least 28 cancer-causing chemicals (carcinogens).
Can cause gum disease, tooth decay, tooth loss, and the formation of white or gray patches inside the mouth called leukoplakia which can lead to cancer.
Using it during pregnancy increases the risk of early delivery and stillbirth.
It is linked to several different types of cancer, including cancer of the mouth, esophagus, and pancreas.