Quitting smoking is one of the best decisions you can make for your health. Here's how your body begins to heal once you stop smoking:
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Your heart rate and blood pressure drop to healthier levels.
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The carbon monoxide level in your blood returns to normal, improving oxygen delivery to your tissues.
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Circulation and lung function improve, making physical activities easier and less tiring.
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Coughing and shortness of breath decrease as your lungs start to repair themselves. Cilia, tiny hair-like structures in the lungs, regain normal function, reducing the risk of infection.
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Your risk of stroke drops to that of a non-smoker. The risk of cancers of the mouth, throat, esophagus, and bladder is also reduced by 50%.
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The risk of lung cancer is about half that of a smoker. The risk of pancreatic cancer and other cancers continues to decline.
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