The reason behind this is that tobacco and other ingredients of cigarettes are known for potentially causing allergies or allergy-like symptoms
The surviving band members, Bob Weir, Phil Lesh, drummers Mickey Hart and Bill Kreutzmann, along with Hunter, appear to be in good healthalthough they all (except for Hunter, who elsewhere talks about quitting cocaine) seemed to use psychedelics, cocaine, and smokable heroin, as well as a lot of alcohol
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While enjoying a smoke, its important to remember that moderation is key, as is understanding the risks associated with tobacco use