Don’t be hard on yourself for smoking all these years. It’s addictive! Somehow you went from being the kid who just wanted to look cool to the person you are now, trapped and unhealthy. We won’t bore you with all the bad news. You’ve heard it before. Let’s focus on the good stuff. This is what you will experience when you quit:
- In just 20 minutes your heart rate and blood pressure will improve.
- In 12 hours the carbon monoxide level in your blood returns to normal.
- In 2 weeks to 3 months your circulation and lung function improve.
- In 1-9 months coughing and shortness of breath will lessen.
- In 1 year your risk of coronary heart disease is cut in half.
- You will regain your sense of smell and taste.
- Your breath, clothes, and hair will smell better and you will be more fun to kiss.
- You will diminish your risk of periodontal disease and tooth loss.
- The people around you will not be exposed to second hand smoke.
This is what is possible for you. Sounds pretty good, doesn’t it? We encourage you to get the support you need to quit smoking and focus on the good stuff along the way.
