Video on What Happens to Your Body When You Quit Smoking
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Narrator:
What happens to your body when you quit smoking? It's no secret that smoking is bad for you, but what happens when you finally kick the habit? Let's take a look at some of the positive changes that can occur when you say goodbye to cigarettes.
1 Hour After Quitting:
Just one hour after your last cigarette, your body begins to repair itself. Your heart rate and blood pressure drop, and your circulation starts to improve.
12 Hours After Quitting:
After 12 hours, the carbon monoxide levels in your blood return to normal. Carbon monoxide is a gas that reduces the amount of oxygen your red blood cells can carry, so this is a significant improvement in your overall health.
24 Hours After Quitting:
In just 24 hours, your sense of smell and taste start to improve. This is because smoking damages the tiny hairs in your nose and throat that are responsible for these senses.
72 Hours After Quitting:
Three days after quitting, you'll likely notice that you're breathing easier. This is because the inflammation in your airways begins to decrease, making it easier to take deep breaths.
1 Week After Quitting:
After one week, your body starts to repair the damage caused by smoking. This means that you're less likely to experience coughing, shortness of breath, or wheezing.
2 Weeks to 3 Months After Quitting:
During this period, your circulation continues to improve, and your body's energy levels start to increase. You may also notice that your skin looks healthier and that you have more energy for physical activity.
1 to 9 Months After Quitting:
As time goes on, your lung function continues to improve, and you're less likely to get sick. This is because your immune system is stronger and better able to fight off infections.
1 Year After Quitting:
After a year of being smoke-free, your risk of heart attack and stroke is reduced by half compared to when you were smoking. Your risk of developing cancer is also significantly reduced.
5 to 10 Years After Quitting:
In the long run, your risk of developing smoking-related health problems, such as COPD, emphysema, and lung cancer, is greatly reduced. You'll also likely enjoy a better quality of life and have more energy to do the things you love.
Narrator:
While quitting smoking can be challenging, the benefits to your health are undeniable. If you're ready to take control of your health and improve your quality of life, quitting smoking is the best decision you can make. Talk to your doctor or a healthcare professional for support and resources to help you on your journey to becoming smoke-free.
Don't forget, quitting smoking is one of the best things you can do for your overall health and well-being. Your body will thank you for it!
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