Reasons to quit smoking

Family

You’ll be doing people around you a huge favour when you quit because it’s not only you being harmed but others around you too. The chemicals inhaled from second-hand smoking contain the same harmful chemicals that you inhale into your lungs when you smoke.

Health

When you quit smoking, you will feel immediate changes in your health and well-being. Here are some examples of how quitting can benefit your health: better circulation, improved taste and smell, more energy, boost to your immune system, cleaner teeth and mouth, improved sex life, lower risk of cancer.

Money

Cigarette prices are increasing, making it very expensive to smoke. Australia’s cigarette prices are the highest in the world, New Zealand is the next-most expensive country to smoke cigarettes. You could save up to $8000 a year when you quit. Just imagine the things you can do with that amount.

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Future Generation

Young children that are exposed to secondhand smoke are more likely to develop lower respiratory tract infections, middle-ear problems, or asthma. Besides, kids learn fast by looking at your actions, if you smoke, kids may end up following your actions. Children who start smoking at a younger age are more likely to smoke heavily and at greater risks of developing smoking-related diseases. Quit smoking now and set an example as this will affect the future generation.

Appearance

When you quit smoking, your body starts to repair itself. As the toxic chemicals break down from your body, you get much more blood circulation - meaning more oxygen and nutrients for your head down to your toes. Your face will develop a healthier complexion and whiter teeth.

Pregnancy

If you smoke during pregnancy, you are putting you and your baby’s health at risk. You will face common problems like miscarriage and premature labour because the poison from the tobacco enters your bloodstream and passes it through the placenta to your baby.