What happens inside our bodies when we quit using tobacco? Have all of the years of smoking or chewing caused too much damage for quitting to be of any benefit? Not at all. The human body is amazingly resilient.
Within the first 20 minutes of quitting, the healing process begins. The benefits will continue to improve your health and quality of life for years.
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Immediate benefits
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Hair, clothing and breath won’t smell.
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You’ll have money for other things than cigarettes.
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Your complexion will improve.
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You won’t have to leave restaurants, parties and people’s houses to smoke.
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Within 20 minutes your blood pressure and pulse rate return to normal.
Long term
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Within eight hours, the level of oxygen in your blood rises to normal.
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In 24 hours, your risk of heart attack starts to drop.
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In two days, your senses of smell and taste improve.
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In three days, your breathing gets easier and lung capacity increases.
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Within two weeks to three months, your circulation gets better.
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Within one to nine months coughing, sinus problems and shortness of breath decrease and you have more energy.
The contents of this article is for informational purposes only and does not render medical advice. The information provided through this article should not be used for diagnosing or treating a health problem or disease. It is not a substitute for professional care. If you have or suspect you may have a health problem, you should consult your health care provider. Never disregard professional medical advice or delay in seeking it because of something you have read in this article.
