Almost 100% of smokers are aware of the harmful effects of this habit, but still smoke 10 to 20 cigarettes a day. Either way, there will sometimes be a moment in the lives of some of them. When to stop nicotine addiction? What happens to a man who suddenly stops smoking?
The reason for such a decision can be various reasons: the state of health, personal principles. Quit smoking even at reception. But not many people really understand the consequences of quitting abruptly.
Psychological addiction
Withdrawal is a condition of the smoker after quitting nicotine. In a psychological sense, it is expressed in an irresistible desire to pick up a cigarette and smoke it. The so-called "desire to smoke" occurs due to a lack of endorphins, the production of which stabilizes over time, and this unpleasant syndrome goes away on its own. During this period, the most important thing is a determined attitude to quit smoking and limit alcohol consumption. The best way out is through sports or some new type of activity.
Physiological consequences of smoking cessation
Nicotine, which enters the body with every cigarette smoked, is involved in metabolism over time and also affects the autonomic nervous system. If someone suddenly stops smoking, the consequences for the body take the form of stress. Of course, the physiological consequences may vary in intensity, but each is based on the following list:
- weakened immunity;
- headache and chest pain;
- general fatigue and weakness, irritability;
- dry cough;
- sweating;
- obesity.
Smoking is dangerous because all the toxic substances remain in our body and settle in the lungs, bronchi and liver. If someone suddenly stops smoking, it will result in a natural reaction in our body. The desire to get rid of accumulated toxins as quickly as possible. This process can become problematic due to the violation of the gastrointestinal tract that is observed in every second person. There is a risk of harmful substances from the intestines entering the bloodstream and secondary poisoning of the body.
Above all, for a person who has decided to get rid of a bad habit, a determined attitude, a strong desire to be healthy and independent, a clear plan of action and some hobbies to help them occupy. body and mind, freeing you from the urge to smoke.