How can I stop smoking?

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How can I stop smoking?
Thanks for asking.
We all know that the effects of tobacco on the human body are devastating. The World Health Organisation says that it kills more than 8 million people each year, making it one of the biggest public health threats the world has ever seen. It's hardly surprising when you consider that cigarettes contain over 4,000 chemical substances and at least 50 of them are carcinogens, meaning they're linked to an increased risk of cancer.
Many people will attempt to quit smoking as part of their New Year's resolutions. And we're here to provide some information on the best ways to do so.
If I give up, will my body ever fully recover? It seems so, at least according to the most recent large-scale study on the subject, which was published by Jama Network Open in October 2022 It's a known fact that smoking is linked with a mortality rate at least twice as high compared to people who've never smoked in their life. But the latest findings have shed light on the details, showing that this varies by age group. A team of British, American and Malaysian researchers found that smokers who quit before the age of 35 had the same death rates as those who had never smoked. That was even the case for those who had started smoking very young. That should be as good a motivation as any to stop smoking as early as possible. Those who quit between the ages of 35 and 44 had a 21% higher mortality rate compared to those who had never smoked, and that rose to 47% for those who quit between 45 and 54 Nevertheless, even if you are over 35, you shouldn't let that discourage you. It's never too late to stop. Quitting at 40 increases life expectancy by 7 years, at 50 by 4 years, and at 60 by 3 years. What different methods are out there? There are a lot, and you'll want to find the one that suits you best. Many people try to use willpower alone, but it will be much easier with the right help. Nicotine replacement therapy can help reduce cravings, which is the main reason why people smoke. The therapy can come in the form of skin patches, chewing gum or inhalers, for example, which can be bought in pharmacies or prescribed by a doctor. Your doctor will also be able to refer you to a stop smoking service, which improves your chances of succeeding by three. Smoking tends to be a well established routine, so it's not easy to break. You'll want to plan ahead by deciding when you want to quit, telling people and thinking of how to deal with scenarios where you would usually smoke. Some aim to quit in January as part of a New Year's resolution. There's no bad time to stop smoking. Even if you relapse at some stage, don't give up. It takes most people a few tries to kick the habit for good. Trying to stop is at least the first step. There's a lot of information on the NHS Cancer Research UK and British Lung Foundation website, which we recommend you look up.
There you have it.
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