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From improved lung function to a clearer skin, here are five key benefits that you can notice when you say goodbye to nicotine.
Shahid Kapoor talked about how quitting smoking has improved his health.
At the age of 43, Shahid Kapoor is one of the fittest actors in Bollywood. The actor takes his fitness quite seriously and often shares glimpses of his healthy lifestyle on social media. In an earlier interview, the actor had shared his secrets of looking and feeling young in his 40s. He attributed his wellness to quitting smoking, switching to a vegetarian diet, and discipline.
On his earlier appearance on Ranveer Allahabadia’s podcast, Shahid Kapoor talked about his fitness journey. He said, “I am vegetarian, I don’t drink, and I have been a smoker on and off, but now, for a few years, I haven’t smoked. I think Kabir Singh kind of did it for me as well. I can’t [smoke] now. I am done.”
He also attributed his fitness to a healthy sleep schedule. He continued, “I am pretty disciplined when it comes to sleep now. I used to be a complete insomniac, and I flipped that when I had my kids because I decided that I needed to run my day according to them, because they couldn’t run it according to me.”
In case, this has inspired you to switch to a healthy lifestyle and quit smoking, here are five good things that happen to your body when you put that cigarette down for good.
Improved Lung Function
Within just a few weeks of quitting, your lung function starts to improve. You may notice less coughing, less shortness of breath episodes, and less dryness in the mouth.
Better Circulation
Your circulation improves and your heart rate and blood pressure return to normal. The risk of developing cardiovascular diseases also starts to decrease.
Decreased Risk Of Heart Attack
Within a year of quitting smoking, the risk of coronary heart disease is reduced to half. Smoking and nicotine act as major contributors to heart attacks.
Improved Sense Of Taste And Smell
As you quit smoking, your sense of taste and smell start to recover. This leads to a better experience when you are eating.
Clearer Skin And Healthier Hair
Smoking increases the aging process and leads to wrinkles and dull complexion. For some people, smoking also leads to frequent breakouts. When you quit smoking, the blood flow improves and this results in glowing skin and healthier hair.
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