Many people chose to quit smoking or vaping to improve their health. Whether it’s a recommendation from your doctor or a recent health challenge, cutting out nicotine can significantly enhance your well-being.
Which statements ring true?
I feel tired a lot of the time
Nicotine decreases the amount of oxygen that gets into your bloodstream, which is why people who smoke and vape often feel more tired than those who don’t. Quitting can help restore your energy, allowing you to enjoy more of the things you love.
I have trouble breathing and it’s hard to catch my breath
When toxins from cigarettes or vapes accumulate in your lungs, they inhibit your body’s ability to absorb oxygen, making it hard to breathe and catch your breath. Shortly after quitting, your lungs start to repair themselves, leading to easier breathing that will improve the longer you stay nicotine-free.
Your body starts to heal itself soon after you quit nicotine. Even if you’ve smoked or vaped for many years, it’s never too late to make a change.
I want to be more active
Smoking and vaping greatly affects your ability to maintain an active lifestyle. Quitting is the first step to feeling better—whether you’re playing with your kids or grandkids, cycling, or enjoying a long walk outdoors.
I’m worried about having a serious illness
Smoking increases your chances of experiencing severe health issues, like lung disease or a heart attack. The good news is, you can change this. Your risk for serious smoking-related illness begins to decline after your last cigarette and continues to improve the longer you stay smoke-free. After just one year, your risk of smoking–related heart attacks can drop by as much as 50%.
Emerging research shows that vaping can cause chronic lung diseases, including asthma, bronchitis and emphysema. The risk is even higher for those who combine vape and cigarettes.
I think smoking makes me look and smell bad
Smoke clings to everything it touches, lingering on your clothes and in your lungs for hours after you smoke. Over time, it can stain your teeth, cause wrinkles, and speed up aging. Vaping can also lead to cavities, oral infections, and bad breath. But you can take control—start your quit journey today!
