Smoking – Easily one of the most horrifying habits humanity could ever brainstorm, and over a century later, here we stand helplessly, erecting ‘Stop Smoking’ banners and holding awareness camps in the hopes of putting an end to the production of tobacco across the globe. Nevertheless, we are going to try again!
Indeed, smoking can seem like a ‘one-time experience’ at first, most likely spurts out of curiosity or peer pressure. Eventually, in most cases, it turns into an occasional event wherein the smoker begins to smoke cigarettes on regular occasions.
Then, almost inevitably, follows the most extreme phase; addiction. Some have managed to break out of these tightly knitted chains through yoga, therapy and other similar activities but, unfortunately, there are still a handful of people out there that just can’t seem to let go of this habit.
This majorly includes senior citizens too. In most cases, most smokers over the age of 60 have been doing so since their young adult years, which is immensely alarming. Imagine the level of damage their lungs would have dealt if they’d been inhaling the deadly smoke for years. But, as people say, it’s never too late!
Indeed, it is nearly impossible to just abruptly stop smoking, assuming you have been addicted to it for decades.
Don’t worry! We’ve got you. There are a handful of ways that can act as an obstruction between yourself and your nicotine cravings. Let’s now take it one at a time
• Engage in physical activities: Feeling the need to light a cigarette? Go for a quick walk. Tiring yourself just a little bit can keep your mind occupied and distracted from the need to taste nicotine.
• Avoid Triggers: Triggers usually happen in places you’ve often smoked the most. For instance, it could be your own backyard or garage and sometimes, it could be a restaurant. Try to stay away from such spots to reduce the frequency of triggers.However, interestingly, it isn’t always just about the place. For some, it could also be food. Some seniors prefer smoking while or after sipping a cup of coffee or even tea.
• Keep your mouth busy: Always have a pack of sugarless gum or hard candy in your pocket. Every time you sense the need to smell the nicotine smoke, pop in the candy or gum and keep chewing on it.
• Avoid ‘One last time’ cravings: You might try convincing yourself to smoke a cigarette for one last time, but, don’t fall for it. It never stops with one, and you are likely to disrupt your pursuit of resistance.
• Yoga:One of the best solutions to put an end to your nicotine cravings. Yoga, not only relaxes your body but also your mind. It improves blood circulation and energizes your nervous system.
Now that you’ve learned about the ways to improve your resistance against nicotine, it’s time to reveal why “smoking is injurious to health”. We’re not going to jot down points and instead offer our loving readers one major reason.
The lungs are one of the most sensitive parts of the human body and possess the characteristics of a sponge. What’s more, they are covered by a layer of mucus, which is quite sticky in nature. Hence, once a virus or a fungus even comes in contact with the lungs, there is no going back.
This is primarily why chest-related illnesses are quite among seniors. Now, imagine sending puffs of smoke to the lungs every day. This is almost like feeding yourself with a slow poison. And, consequently, the end results in most cases are the same – Cancer!
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