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From Betel Leaf Chew To Tobacco, Indians Swap One Vice For Another : Shots - Health Blog : NPR

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India and many Southeast Asian cultures, people chew spice and nut packets wrapped in betel leaves called paan. But now the tradition is being threatened by chewing tobacco, raising health concerns. However, neither habit is actually very healthy.

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