Cigarette smoke, body perspiration, mildew from damp storage, strong perfumes, kitchen cooking odors, and residual tanning chemicals can all embed in the leather surface, the fabric lining, or both
In addition, nicotine itself, while not a direct carcinogen, has been shown to promote oxidative stress and inflammation, which can contribute to respiratory dysfunction and airway remodelling 57
These changes create the energy and materials that cells and organisms need to grow, reproduce, and stay healthy, and also help get rid of toxic substances
Of course, total health also requires emotional stability, peace of mind, and an optimistic attitude
Early on, this healing might bring out hidden soreness that feels like reflux