If you smoke, quitting is one of the best things you can do for your health. Most people feel better as soon as they quit, and they lower their risk for serious conditions later in life. If you’re ready to quit, there are many ways you can do it. Health benefits of quitting By quitting now, you can: • Lower your risk for stroke, heart attack, lung disease, cataracts, and some cancers • Have better skin with fewer wrinkles • Breathe easier • Save money • Stop putting your friends and family at risk • Smell better • Have more energy • Exercise easier • Have a better chance at a healthy pregnancy Before you quit Quitting smoking is rarely easy. The best way to succeed is to be as prepared as possible. Before you try to quit, you should: • Choose a date, and make sure it will be calm day. • Write down reasons why you are doing this, and read through the list every day. • Let your family and friends know what you’re doing and ask for support. How to quit There are many different ways to quit, and you may have to try out a [...]