Ahighly addicting drug that speeds up the activity of the nervous system, heart, and other organs is tobacco tar nicotine carbon monoxide what is not a safe way to use medicine? topically taking it whenever you think you need it buying it over the counters instead of getting a prescription inhale which of the following is not a symptom of alcohol poisoning? vomiting irregular heartbeat coma fast respiration one function of the respiratory system is to carry oxygen from the lungs to the body cells pass digested food into the bloodstream provide the oxygen to the blood eliminate waste from the body what is one short-term effect of heavy alcohol abuse? damage to brain cells increased blood pressure destruction of the pancreas impaired vision what is one way in which physical activity benefits your physical health? mood enhancement improved self-esteem chance to make new friends stronger musicals and bones. muscular endurance you complete daily tasks such as carrying groceries and walking up satires true or false. what is the function of vitamins in a healthy diet? each vitamin performs a different necessary function vitamins are not an important part of a healthy diet vitamins are the body's main source of energy vitamins are the basic building materials of all blood cells.