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Smoking
Effects of Smoking
Physical
Wheezing, shortness of breath
Lack of energy, poor concentration
Dull skin, nicotine-stained fingers, premature wrinkling
Reduced fertility, risky pregnancy, baby at risk
Damaged taste buds, stained teeth
Lung cancer, emphysema, stroke, heart attack - the list goes on
Damaged circulation, gangrene, amputation
Social
Polluting the air with carcinogens
Children at higher risk of asthma, SIDs, bronchitis and glue ear
Smoke gets in your eyes
Dusty, stuffy home. Nicotine stains your walls as well as your fingers.
Spoilt clothes and furniture
Increased risk of fire in the home
Tips to Quit
Get help
Try nicotine replacement
Nibble on low calorie items: carrots, gum, etc.
Don’t be discouraged if you have tried to quit before, most people have to try to quit at least 2 or 3 times before they are successful
When you have the urge to smoke talk with someone, go for a walk, drink water, or get busy with a task.
Additional Information:
http://www.americanheart.org/presenter.jhtml?identifier=498
http://www.forrestgeneral.com/health_library/articles.php?la_cat=46