Why does it say on the cigarette pack that smoking is poisonous, please quit smoking?

Causes of addiction to smoking

Smokers often have addiction to cigarettes, which is mainly the result of the long-term effects of nicotine. Nicotine is like other narcotics. You are not used to it when you first smoke it, and it will cause chest tightness, nausea, dizziness and other discomforts. However, if you smoke for a long time, the nicotine in the blood reaches a certain concentration, repeatedly stimulating the brain and causing various organs to produce a response to nicotine. Dependence, then the addiction to cigarettes becomes obsessive. If you stop smoking, you will temporarily experience so-called "withdrawal symptoms" such as irritability, insomnia, and anorexia. In addition, many smokers develop a psychological dependence on tobacco. They believe that smoking can refresh themselves, relieve boredom, eliminate fatigue, etc., so the more addicted they are to smoking. It's getting bigger and bigger, and I can't stop.

In fact, the addiction caused by tobacco and heroin smoking are different. The former can be completely quit. The key is to quit the psychological dependence on tobacco. This kind of psychological dependence leads to a kind of behavioral dependence in smokers, which makes smokers find it very difficult to quit smoking, which virtually increases the difficulty of quitting smoking.

Second-hand smoke harms the health of family members

A person’s smoking seems to have “nothing to do with others”, but in fact it is not the case. His family members are being harmed by passive smoking. According to the definition of the World Health Organization, passive smoking means that a non-smoker inhales the smoke exhaled by a smoker for more than fifteen minutes more than one day a week. 71% of households, 32.5% of public places and 25% of workplaces in China have become places for passive smoking due to people "smoking smoke".

Benefits of quitting smoking

First of all, you must be aware of the benefits of quitting smoking:

Just one day after quitting smoking, the benefits of quitting smoking on the heart, blood pressure and blood system will disappear. manifest. One year after quitting smoking, the excess risk of coronary heart disease is reduced by half compared to those who continue to smoke.

After 5 to 15 years of quitting smoking, the risk of stroke drops to the level of a never-smoker.

Ten years after quitting smoking, the risk of lung cancer is reduced by half compared to those who continue to smoke. The risk of oral cancer, laryngeal cancer, esophageal cancer, bladder cancer, kidney cancer, pancreatic cancer is reduced, and the risk of gastric ulcer is reduced.

After 15 years of quitting smoking, the risk of coronary heart disease is similar to that of a never smoker. The overall risk of death returned to that of never-smokers. Therefore, it is never too late to quit smoking, and it is best to quit before serious health damage occurs.

Smoking does have hundreds of harms but no benefits, but most of the harms can be reversed after quitting smoking. Because the harm of smoking to the human body is a slowly developing process, as long as you quit smoking in time, this harm may be eliminated to a certain extent or completely.

1. The short-term benefits of quitting smoking

1. Improvement of taste. After quitting smoking, the sensory nerves on the tongue have restored their original sensitivity, and they can fully taste the flavors of various foods.

2. Eliminate bad breath. When smokers talk to others, their mouths often emit a disgusting smell of smoke. After smokers get up in the morning, they often feel that their mouths are not fresh and have a bad smell. Bad breath can be eliminated after quitting smoking.

3. Whitening of teeth. Yellow and black teeth were once regarded as a symbol of smokers. After you stop smoking, the soot on your teeth will gradually disappear. At the same time, various oral diseases have been significantly reduced due to improvements in oral hygiene.

4. Coughing and sputum production is reduced or stopped. Cigarette smoke irritates the respiratory tract and hinders the self-cleaning function of cilia. Therefore, most smokers cough and produce excessive phlegm. After quitting smoking, cilia returned to normal function, phlegm decreased, and coughing stopped.

5. Lower blood pressure. As systemic blood circulation improves after quitting smoking, blood pressure can be reduced by 10-15 mmHg, which is beneficial to reducing the risk of cardiovascular diseases such as arteriosclerosis and coronary heart disease.

6. Sleep improvement: After quitting smoking, the effect of nicotine is slowly eliminated, people become easier to fall asleep, and sleep deeply, fatigue is easily eliminated, and energy is high.

7. Improved vision. Vision can be improved to a certain extent after quitting smoking.

8. Others After quitting smoking, headaches and shoulder pain will gradually disappear, and you will not catch colds as easily as before.

2. Long-term benefits after quitting smoking

1. The risk of cancer is reduced. 5-10 years after quitting smoking, the lung cancer mortality rate is slightly higher than that of non-smokers. Quitting smoking After 10-15 years, the chance of getting lung cancer can be reduced to the same as if you don't smoke. According to a Japanese survey, those who smoked less than 200,000 cigarettes in total had the same lung cancer mortality rate as non-smokers four years after quitting smoking.

2. The mortality rate of coronary heart disease decreases. For coronary heart disease patients, one year after quitting smoking, the mortality rate of coronary heart disease quickly decreases, and after 10 years it drops to the same level as that of non-smokers. A British survey of doctors aged 35-64 found that in the 15 years from 1953 to 1968, as many doctors quit smoking, their mortality from coronary heart disease dropped by 6, while the general population who did not quit smoking increased by 9 during the same period. Smoking is a risk factor for recurrence of myocardial infarction, and quitting smoking is very beneficial to avoid recurrence of myocardial infarction.

3. Prevent changes in lung function. Many data show that smoking can damage lung function. When asymptomatic smokers have a short smoking history, routine pulmonary function tests may be normal. If small airway function is measured, it can often be shown that the smoker has abnormal small airway function. The longer the smoking history, the greater the irreversible impact on the small airway. . For those with a long history of smoking, routine pulmonary function tests can reveal abnormalities. A study shows that indicators such as forced vital capacity (FVC), forced expiratory volume in one second (FEV1) and maximum ventilation (MBC) of people who have smoked for more than 7 years are lower than those of people who have smoked for less than 7 years, and those who have smoked for more than 30 years. then further decreases. This shows that smoking has a cumulative effect on lung function. There is also data showing that passive smoking can also affect lung function. Wanda's research found that the ratio of combined volume to vital capacity (CV/VC) and closed volume to total lung capacity (CC/TLC) of children who were passive smokers were significantly lower than those of children who were not passive smokers, suggesting that small airways have been varying degrees of damage. Since both direct and indirect smoking can cause early damage to small airway function, the so-called "healthy smokers" should be renamed as "asymptomatic smokers". Smokers are more likely to suffer from chronic bronchitis and emphysema, which is 4-25 times more common than non-smokers. After a few weeks of quitting smoking, coughing and phlegm production will decrease, which can prevent further deterioration of lung function.

4. Conducive to eugenics Smoking by pregnant women is extremely harmful to eugenics and can easily cause miscarriage, premature birth, stillbirth and fetal dysplasia. These adverse effects can usually be avoided if you start quitting smoking 4 months before pregnancy.

5. Ulcers are easy to cure. Smokers are more likely to suffer from gastric and duodenal ulcers, and they are difficult to cure without quitting smoking. For this reason, patients with gastric and duodenal ulcers must quit smoking to speed up the healing of the ulcers.

6. Prevent shortening of life span. The average life span of smokers is shorter than that of non-smokers. For example, if a 25-year-old smokes 40 cigarettes a day, his life span will be 8.3 years shorter than that of a non-smoker of the same age, but it will take 10- After 15 years, the average life expectancy is equal to that of a non-smoker.

Cigarette smoke has an impact on loved ones, children, the elderly, patients and even healthy people who work together. After quitting smoking, you can keep the air in your working and living environment clean and avoid unnecessary damage and trouble to others. The financial burden increased by smoking is reduced by quitting smoking. In short, it can be said that smoking has hundreds of harms and no benefits, and quitting smoking has hundreds of benefits and no harms.

Twenty minutes after quitting smoking: As the nicotine content in the body decreases after quitting smoking, the circulatory system of the whole body improves, especially the hands and feet.

Eight hours after quitting smoking: The oxygen content in the blood reaches the level of non-smoking, and the carbon monoxide content in the body is reduced to half.

24 hours after quitting smoking: The benefits of quitting smoking on the heart, blood pressure and blood system will become apparent. One year after quitting smoking, the excess risk of coronary heart disease is reduced by half compared to those who continue to smoke.

After 48 hours of quitting smoking: All nicotine is gone and you will find that your sense of taste and smell begin to improve.

72 hours after quitting smoking: Breathing becomes easier and your overall mental state improves.

3-9 months after quitting smoking: Any breathing problems have improved and the efficiency of the lungs has increased by 10.

Five years after quitting: The risk of stroke drops to the level of a never-smoker.

Ten years after quitting smoking: the chance of developing lung cancer has reached half of that of normal people.

After 15 years of quitting smoking, the risk of coronary heart disease is similar to that of a never-smoker. The overall risk of death returned to that of never-smokers. Therefore, it is never too late to quit smoking, and it is best to quit before serious health damage occurs.

If you successfully quit smoking before the age of 35, your life expectancy will be the same as that of a normal person.

How to quit smoking (1):

1. Start quitting smoking now, quit smoking completely or gradually reduce the number of smoking, usually it will take 3 to 4 months to succeed.

2. Throw away all cigarettes, lighters, matches and ashtrays.

3. Avoid participating in places or activities where you are accustomed to smoking.

4. Drink water, eat fruit or take a walk after a meal to get rid of the thought of having a cigarette after a meal.

5. When the urge to smoke comes, take deep breaths immediately or chew sugar-free gum. Avoid using snacks instead of cigarettes, otherwise it will cause blood sugar to rise and the body to become overweight.

6. Resolutely refuse the temptation of cigarettes, and remind yourself often that smoking another cigarette is enough to ruin your plan to quit smoking.

How to get through the most difficult first 5 days of quitting smoking? The following seven methods to quit smoking are provided (2):

(l) Drink 6-8 glasses of water between meals to promote nicotine excretion from the body.

(2) Take a warm bath every day, and take a shower immediately when you can't help the craving for cigarettes.

(3) Get enough rest during the 5 days of quitting smoking, and live a regular life.

(4) After meals, take a walk outdoors and breathe deeply for 15-30 minutes.

(5) Do not drink irritating drinks and drink milk, fresh juice and cereal drinks instead.

(6) Try to avoid poultry, fried foods, candies and desserts.

(7) You can eat a variety of vitamin B complex, which can calm your nerves and get rid of nicotine

Doctors pointed out that after the first five days, you can follow the following methods to maintain the "results" of quitting smoking

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(1) Brush your teeth or rinse your mouth after meals, and wear clean clothes that do not smell like smoke.

(2) Use a pen or pencil to replace the habitual action of holding a cigarette.

(3) Spend most of your time in the library or other places where smoking is not allowed.

(4) Avoid going to bars and parties, and avoid being with people who are heavy smokers.

(5) Use the money saved by not smoking to buy yourself a gift.

(6) Prepare to give up the habit of smoking in 2-3 weeks.

It’s okay to combine the first two to quit smoking. The important thing is to have perseverance.

Methods to quit smoking

How to quit smoking (1):

1. Quit smoking from now on, quit smoking completely or gradually reduce the number of smoking, usually 3~ It will take 4 months to succeed.

2. Throw away all cigarettes, lighters, matches and ashtrays.

3. Avoid participating in places or activities where you are accustomed to smoking.

4. Drink water, eat fruit or take a walk after a meal to get rid of the thought of having a cigarette after a meal.

5. When the urge to smoke comes, take deep breaths immediately or chew sugar-free gum. Avoid using snacks instead of cigarettes, otherwise it will cause blood sugar to rise and the body to become overweight.

6. Resolutely refuse the temptation of cigarettes and remind yourself often that smoking one more cigarette is enough to ruin your plan to quit smoking.

How to get through the most difficult first 5 days of quitting smoking? The following seven methods to quit smoking are provided (2):

(l) Drink 6-8 glasses of water between meals to promote nicotine excreted from the body.

(2) Take a warm bath every day, and take a shower immediately when you can't help but feel the urge to smoke.

(3) During the 5 days of quitting smoking, you should get enough rest and live a regular life.

(4) After meals, take a walk outdoors and take deep breaths for 15-30 minutes.

(5) Do not drink irritating drinks and drink milk, fresh juice and cereal drinks instead.

(6) Try to avoid poultry, fried foods, candies and desserts.

(7) You can eat a variety of vitamin B complex, which can calm your nerves and get rid of nicotine

Doctors pointed out that after the first five days, you can follow the following methods to maintain the "results" of quitting smoking

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(1) Brush your teeth or rinse your mouth after meals, and wear clean clothes that do not smell like smoke.

(2) Use a pen or pencil to replace the habitual action of holding a cigarette.

(3) Spend most of your time in the library or other places where smoking is not allowed.

(4) Avoid going to bars and parties, and avoid being with people who are heavy smokers.

(5) Use the money saved by not smoking to buy yourself a gift.

(6) Be prepared to give up the habit of smoking in 2-3 weeks.

It’s okay to combine one or two to quit smoking. The important thing is to have perseverance, haha.

There are also smoking cessation clinics, which cover a limited number of people. You can read the introduction:

Smokers have to go through several stages to quit smoking: before considering, considering quitting, preparing to quit, and taking action to quit. , maintain smoking cessation status or relapse. Many people may repeat the above process over and over again before quitting for good, but some report that they find it easier than they thought. Different stages require different advice and treatments.

There are currently some methods to help you quit smoking. Social support provided by physicians; skills training; nicotine replacement therapy using nicotine patches and nicotine gum; and drug therapy are all effective smoking cessation treatments. When these methods are used together, the effect will be more obvious.

Most smokers develop tobacco dependence. When they try to quit smoking, they suffer from strong cravings and withdrawal symptoms such as irritability, inability to concentrate, and restlessness. Nicotine replacement therapy is a cost-effective treatment that can more than double smoking cessation rates by reducing cravings. Its effectiveness has been demonstrated through brief interventions and sold as over-the-counter medicines and in specialist smoking cessation clinics. Nicotine replacement therapy is an effective public health measure to help quit smoking and should be paid enough attention to achieve the purpose of prompting most smokers to quit smoking.

Quitting smoking is the only and most effective health decision for middle-aged and elderly Chinese to improve their health.

Symptoms of quitting smoking

In fact, the reason why you can’t quit smoking is because you feel uncomfortable when quitting smoking. If you know the reasonable symptoms after quitting smoking, you can prove your determination and perseverance from the opposite side. Successful.

Symptoms that appear after quitting smoking

First of all, we should correctly understand the occurrence of this symptom. A smoker's body constantly adjusts its functions to adapt to the onslaught of various chemicals. When a smoker quits smoking, the body begins a repair process that removes the damage and residue left by years of smoking. So you don’t have to worry or be impatient. This is a very normal stage and is your body’s way of telling you that it is working on repairing parts of itself. It takes a while for the body to repair, and the length of time varies from person to person. This is when your determination and perseverance come in handy. Once you get through this stage, things will gradually get better.

Then, let’s take a look at the discomforts. It should be noted that some people will not have obvious symptoms after quitting smoking; some people will have one or more of the following symptoms or signs:

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Causes, symptoms and relief methods

a Thirst is often accompanied by dry mouth. Drink plenty of fluids, especially plenty of water, to help flush out toxins from your body.

bSleep disruption This is one of the more distressing withdrawal symptoms and is very common.

c Drowsiness Once the chemical refreshing effect of nicotine is gone, former smokers may experience a greater sense of relaxation. Some people feel like they can fall asleep at any time. Taking naps after meals and extending your evening sleep may help overcome this condition.

Trouble falling asleep

Some people complain of difficulty falling asleep at night after cutting back on smoking. Use this time when you can't sleep: get up, read, write a letter, or go for a walk. Do not drink stimulating drinks such as tea, cocoa drinks, milk-based cola drinks or fruit juices.

d Cough Constipation After years of smoking, the lungs will produce a large amount of mucus to defend themselves. During quitting, mucus loosens and is expelled from the respiratory tract, and cilia begin to move again. People who quit smoking usually have a cough for a period of time (a few weeks).

Many people complain of constipation after cutting back on coffee, tea and other stimulating beverages associated with smoking. Constipation can be relieved by drinking four to six glasses of water daily. Eating more whole grains, fresh fruits and vegetables can also help overcome this problem.

eHeadache A headache can last a day and may return after a week. The reason for this is unclear.

fHunger The body’s ability to absorb food is improved. Almost all smokers gain an appetite after quitting smoking. To avoid gaining weight, engage in some physical exercise and eat low-sugar and low-calorie foods.

gNight sweats

Regular bathing can relieve them. People who exercise regularly are less likely to experience severe night sweats.

h Tremor A slight shaking of the hands and fingers that can last for several weeks.

i Oral ulcers: A small number of quitters may experience oral irritation symptoms. Gum blisters, mouth sores, or inflammation are caused by chemical adjustments in the body. It may be caused by vitamin deficiency. Strengthening diet and supplementing vitamin B and C can relieve symptoms.

gInability to concentrate After removing carbon monoxide, there are often some annoying and subtle symptoms. A quitter's sense of space and distance will be affected, resulting in a feeling of floating and difficulty concentrating. Avoid driving or operating machinery at this time if possible.

k Itchy hands and feet This is caused by the improvement of the circulatory system. Usually it doesn't last long.

lScalp soreness is also caused by the improvement of the circulatory system. Usually it doesn't last long.

It can be seen that experiencing "withdrawal symptoms" is not a bad thing at all, but a sign that your body is recovering.

Products for quitting smoking

It is not difficult to quit smoking, but it is difficult to get rid of addiction. If you don't get rid of your addiction, even if you quit smoking, you will be tempted to relapse.

Therefore, we have always suggested that smokers should have a strong awareness of quitting smoking before quitting. When you are truly aware of the dangers of smoking and are truly afraid that smoking will cause lung cancer and respiratory diseases, you should then quit smoking. Quit smoking. To ensure that you don’t relapse after quitting smoking.

Of course, quitting smoking is more difficult, especially for smokers who are addicted to cigarettes. I think this is why you asked.

1. (Wenhua Yongqing Qing, a pure Chinese medicine for quitting smoking:) (Wenhua Yingqing Qing) The ancestor of the inventor of the ancient prescription, the Yang family, was a royal bachelor of the Qing Dynasty, and there were many good prescriptions in the government. Opium and cigarettes were prevalent around the time of the Republic of China. In order to get rid of the bad habit of smoking in their children, the descendants of the Yang family adapted a recipe for quitting opium from their ancestors' secret recipe for quitting opium, which was based on a variety of medicinal materials. Not only did they easily quit smoking, but also The habit of smoking has a significant effect on strengthening the body and has been extremely popular. The patriotic young marshal General Zhang Xueliang sought help from many doctors when he was quitting smoking, but he was still in pain.

Later, after many searches, Yang's descendants offered this recipe to help him quit smoking. General Zhang Xueliang called it "a magical recipe to help the world" with emotion...

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