HealthChat Women's Health
Smoking - A Female Dilemma
Disease from smoking was once a male domain but the evidence
is now clear - women are fast catching up. Figures for smoking
and smoking -related disorders (and consequently deaths)
have increased dramatically in recent years amongst womenfolk.
In the last few weeks you will have noticed big national
campaigns urging you to give up. Here are 5 good reasons
why you should (and there are plenty more besides):
- You smell better - your clothes, your homes will be
far better for it - you'll be a thousand times more attractive
to your partners (or potential partners).
- You'll have more energy - smoking increases carbon monoxide
levels in your blood, reducing oxygen delivery to your
body. No wonder your energy levels are low!
- Reduced blood pressure - after a cigarette your blood
pressure surges for at least 20 minutes, placing a strain
on your heart.
- Improved breathing - smoking causes the walls of the
lung tubes (bronchi) to constrict reducing air entry.
- Better concentration - within a day or two of kicking
the weed you'll discover your ability to concentrate is
greatly improved. Your mind will be clearer and you'll
be much better able to cope with those tedious jobs.
For help on giving up contact:
England Quitline 0800 00 22 00
Scotland Smokeline 0800 84 84 84
Northern Ireland 0290 66 32 81
Wales 0345 697 500
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