Harmful

Harmful is an adjective that refers to something that can cause harm or that is negative for something or someone. The concept is associated with damages , which are certain inconveniences that can be experienced.

For example: “In my opinion, the words of the team captain were harmful to the club” , “The doctor told me not to mix this remedy with alcohol since that would be harmful to my health” , “The specialists affirm that the presence of mobile or cell phones in the classroom is detrimental to the teaching process.”

Habits harmful to health

This notion is usually used in connection with certain habits that cause damage to the body . It is often said that smoking is harmful to health , since this practice causes all kinds of inconveniences in the individual who smokes.

A person who smokes tobacco has a much higher chance of suffering from chronic obstructive pulmonary disease ( COPD ) or lung cancer compared to an individual who does not smoke. That is why it is said that the habit is harmful to health and awareness campaigns are developed so that people know of the risks they are exposed to when lighting up a cigarette.

Excessive alcohol consumption is another habit that is harmful to the body. Among the most common diseases and disorders caused by alcoholism are damage to the pancreas , cirrhosis and sexual impotence . Alcoholism is also harmful to the psyche, since it affects the development of anxiety and depression disorders.

Other actions that affect health

When we ask ourselves what habits are negative for our body, the first two that usually come up are smoking and drinking alcohol in excess. While it is true that both are very harmful, there is a long list of "small" customs that can harm us to a greater or lesser degree, many of which appear harmless, and that is why it is necessary to highlight them, along with their potential consequences.

Skipping breakfast : the sugar levels we have for the day largely depend on the first meal, breakfast, which is why it is essential for the proper functioning of our brain. Complex sugars nourish the brain and that is why if we do not provide it with the necessary nourishment we contribute to its potential degeneration.
Insufficient sleep : the brain needs to rest, and that is why there is no justification for us to sleep less than what the body requires. When we deprive our body of adequate rest, the death of brain cells accelerates.
Overestimating problems : When we allow life's obstacles and inconveniences to overwhelm us and give them too much importance, we put the health of our circulatory system and the proper functioning of our brain at risk, diminishing our mental faculties.
Abuse of sugar : Although sugar is very important for health, its excessive consumption can be harmful to the development of our brain, as it threatens to interrupt the absorption of nutrients and proteins.
Breathing polluted air : the brain consumes more oxygen than any other part of our body and that is why it is of utmost importance to frequent places where the air is clean. In this context, pollution is harmful because it threatens the efficiency and performance of our brain.
Sleeping with your face covered : It is a harmful habit that many people have, especially in winter. The consequence is an increase in the concentration of carbon dioxide to the detriment of oxygen .
• Overloading the brain during an illness : studying or working too much while convalescent or at rest can damage the brain, in addition to not offering the desired results.