Quit Smoking Information

Did you know when you stop smoking your body will experience benefits within 20 minutes after quitting?

Blood pressure drops to normal;
Pulse rate drops to normal;
Temperature of hands and feet increase to normal;
8 hours after quitting your blood oxygen level increases to normal;
2 days after quitting your sense of smell and taste improves;
3 days after quitting your lung capacity increases, making breathing easier and;
2 weeks onwards you may have increased energy and stamina and decreased coughing, sinus congestion and shortness of breath.

Last reviewed: April 13, 2010