As you likely already know, smoking cigarettes is very detrimental to your health. If you do not take steps to stop smoking, you’re continuing down a very dangerous path. Your bad habit will eventually lead to your death. With this in mind, you need to stop smoking as quickly as possible. Within this comprehensive guide, you will learn more about the enormous benefits associated with smoking cessation.
How Soon?
Many people believe that they’re not going to see the benefits of smoking cessation for a few months or even years. This couldn’t be further from the truth. After you’ve stopped smoking cigarettes, you will begin to see a massive improvement almost immediately. In fact, it is possible to notice improvements after just 20 minutes.
After Just 20 Minutes
After just twenty minutes of smoking cessation, you will begin noticing improvements. In general, your blood pressure and pulse will begin to decrease. You should also understand that smoking causes the temperature of your hands and feet to decrease significantly. This is something that will change after you give up smoking. Approximately twenty minutes after you’ve stopped, you will begin to notice the temperature of your hands and feet increasing ever so slightly.
Eight Hours Later
Your body will go through significant changes eight hours after you’ve stopped smoking. Smoking causes carbon monoxide to build up in your body. Carbon monoxide is incredibly dangerous! After eight hours, the levels of carbon monoxide in your body will decrease and return to normal. At the same time, the amount of oxygen in your blood will begin to increase. Vape e-cigarettes and vaping in general are considered far safer than traditional cigarettes. This is why many medical professionals recommend vaping as opposed to conventional tobacco products.
Heart Attacks
As you should already know, smoking will dramatically increase your risk of suffering from a heart attack. Obviously, a heart attack could very well be fatal. This is why you need to stop smoking immediately. You’ll be surprised by how quick your body will improve after you stop smoking. After just twenty-four hours, your chances of suffering from a heart attack will decrease significantly. If you sincerely care about yourself and your family, you should give up cigarettes right away!
Smell And Taste Improve
When you smoke, your senses are impaired. Don’t worry, because this can be fixed with time. After you’ve managed to give up cigarettes for at least 48 hours, your senses will begin to return to normal. Your smell and taste will improve significantly.
Improved Breath
If you are a long-time smoker, you have probably been told that your breath is retched. Smoking not only stains your teeth, but also attacks the “gum tissue cells,” which in turn causes bad breath. Once you give up smoking, your breath will begin to improve. Now, you may not notice instant improvement, since it will take a while for the chemicals found in cigarettes to exit your system.
Your mouth will feel cleaner over time and your taste buds will begin to function properly again, as smoking decreases the sense of taste. It may take several weeks to see improvement, but the wait will definitely be worth it.
Author: Bhok Thompson
Bhok Thompson is a Singapore-based engineer, entrepreneur, and self-proclaimed “eco-tinkerer” who thrives at the intersection of sustainability, business, and cutting-edge technology. With a background in mechanical engineering and a deep fascination with renewable energy, Bhok has dedicated his career to developing innovative solutions that bridge environmental consciousness with profitability. A frequent contributor to Green Prophet, Bhok writes about futuristic green tech, urban sustainability, and the latest trends in eco-friendly startups. His passion for engineering meets his love for business as he mentors young entrepreneurs looking to create scalable, impact-driven companies. Beyond his work, Bhok is an avid collector of vintage mechanical watches, believing they represent an era of precision and craftsmanship that modern technology often overlooks. On weekends, you can find him exploring the vibrant street food scene in Singapore—because, as he says, "Innovation starts with good energy, and nothing fuels creativity like great food!" Reach out: [email protected]
