Reasons Why You Should Quit Smoking
Smoking can hook you because cigarettes contain nicotine which
is highly addictive. But being hooked is not an excuse why you
cannot quit smoking. Smoking has been proven by several researches
to be great threat to one's health, that is why there is no reason
why one who is already hooked to it should not quit smoking.
It is tough to quit smoking. People try at least 2 to 3 times
before they can finally quit smoking. It takes hard work and lots
of effort but if you're really determined then you can quit smoking
for good.
Why quit smoking?
There are at least five reasons why you should quit smoking.
* First, if you quit smoking, you will definitely live longer and
better.
* Second, each time you smoke, you take about 5 to 20 minutes off
your life. Your chance of getting lung cancer, stroke or heart
attack increases if you don't quit smoking.
* Third, the people you live with, especially the children, will be
healthier only if you stop smoking. In fact, second hand smoke is
more dangerous than the actual smoke users get from smoking.
* Fourth, if you quit smoking, you will have extra money to spend
on other things than cigarettes.
* And lastly, if youre pregnant, chances of having a healthier baby
is more likely if you quit smoking.
So the next and most crucial question is "how do I quit
smoking?"
Here are five ways that can help you quit smoking:
1. Get ready and prepare yourself to undetake your quit somking
program? Set a quit smoking date. Change your environment by
getting rid of all cigarettes in places you frequent and not
allowing people to smoke near you or at your home.
2. Get support and encouragement. Studies have shown that you'll
have better chances in quitting smoking if you can get support from
families, friends, and co-workers.
3. Learn new skills and behavior. Always remember that your goal is
to quit smoking, so distract yourself from urges of smoking. Change
your routine in your first try of quit smoking program. Do
something to reduce your stress such as taking a hot bath,
exercise, or reading. Plan something to do enjoyable every day.
4. Get medication and use it correctly. Medications can help you
lessen the urge to smoke. Five approved medications that can help
you to quit smoking are: Bupropion SR, nicotine gum, nicotine
inhaler, nicotine nasal spray, and nicotine patch.
5. Be prepared for a relapse. If you quit smoking, chances of a
relapse is high. Most relapses occur after 3 months of quitting, so
watch out for situations that may trigger you get back to smoking
such as alcohol, other smokers, weight gain and depression.
Everyone can quit smoking so dont hesitate to at least try to quit
smoking also.
Quit smoking now and I guarantee you a healthier, better and longer
life.
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About the Author
Charlene J. Nuble 2005. For updated links and information about
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