The health benefits of stopping smoking start almost immediately

The health benefits of stopping smoking start almost immediately. After:

 

20 minutes: Blood pressure and pulse return to normal

8 hours: Nicotine and carbon monoxide levels in the blood are halved, oxygen levels in the blood return to normal

24 hours: Carbon monoxide is eliminated from the body and the lungs start to clear out the build up of tar

48 hours: There is no nicotine left in the body. Taste and smell are greatly improved

72 hours: Breathing becomes easier, bronchial tubes begin to relax, energy levels increase

2 – 12 weeks: Circulation improves, making walking and running a lot easier

3 – 9 months: Coughs, wheezing and breathing problems improve

5 years: Risk of heart attack is halved

10 years: Risk of lung cancer is halved.

If your health is not enough to convince you to quit smoking then what about one of the following:

Money: With the high cost of cigarettes, stopping a pack-a-day habit is like a substantial monthly pay rise. You can also save money in other ways as life, fire and car insurance can all be cheaper, because non-smokers are less likely to die early, start fires in the home, or have accidents while driving. Ask your broker!

Addiction: Many smokers hooked on smoking, and self-control.

The Mess: Cigarette smoke, ash and butts stink. Giving up will not only make your hair, clothes and breath smell nicer, but it will improve your house and car too. House buyers will offer less for a house that’s stained and smelly from smoking.

Job Prospects: 85% of British work places have some kind of restriction on smoking, so you’ll be able to get on with your work more quickly if you don’t have to keep nipping out for a cigarette break. It can also improve your chances of getting a new job as employers can employ only non-smokers if they wish.

A PACK-A-DAY HABIT COSTS YOU MORE THAN JUST A SUBSTANTIAL AMOUNT OF MONEY, IT COSTS YOU YOUR HEALTH!