Give up cigarettes is never too late

Smoking - one of the most dangerous bad habits that destroy human health. But from it it is never too late to get rid of, even after a lifetime with a cigarette.

Russian President Vladimir Putin signed a law limiting smoking that from June 1 this year, considerably complicate the lives of millions of fans of Russian tobacco. They will not be able to smoke almost anywhere other than the streets, private apartments and hotel rooms (for a year delayed the introduction of the smoking ban on ships, platforms, trains and long-distance trains). It is expected to significantly increase the cost of cigarettes.

It's a great excuse to try to give up the habit. Just do not think that if you're over 50 or 60, it's too late to quit smoking. Smoke primarily has a light, causing the formation of tumors, COPD, emphysema and other chronic respiratory problems. But even if you quit smoking in 70 years, then after a few weeks will feel like you become easier to breathe. smoking cessation   It helps to improve the sense of smell, to gain strength.

Emphysema at a certain age period is considered a fatal disease. However, if you are able to quit smoking, at whatever stage of the disease that does not happen, at least not the illness will progress. And for people with emphysema in the early stages it is the only possible treatment. Researchers have shown that smoking cessation   Even when the diagnosis of lung cancer in the fourth stage (almost one hundred percent mortality) allows you to live twice as long than when saving habit.

Many smokers like to talk about people who have lived more than 80 years, maintaining health. Especially for them, some statistics. Of those who smokes 20 cigarettes a day, 20% will develop COPD, 18% of lung cancer. Those who smokes 40 cigarettes per day, the incidence is even higher percentage. On the risk of developing cardiovascular disease, we do not even talk. Of course, remain the "lucky ones" who, due to some reason manage to live a long time without serious diseases associated with smoking. But they are a matter of interest. Are you sure that come in that number? Are you ready to stake your life? (READ MORE)

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