Smoking
There are many health risks associated with smoking, if you do smoke, even the occasional cigarette, talk to your doctor or another health care professional about quitting and the health risks associated with smoking. Visit www.gosmokefree.ca for more information.
Smoking cigarettes, even a few a day, can affect your heart health and could increase your risk of coronary heart disease by as much as 50%.
Stopping smoking is one of the most important decisions you can ever make for your heart, even if you’ve smoked for years. The minute you do stop you’ll start to see the benefits. You’ll get your breath back, your circulation will start to improve, your appetite will increase and in the long term it will help to keep your heart healthy.
If you smoke, quit or reduce the amount. It is estimated that smokers lose five and a half minutes of their lives with every cigarette smoked. Check out www.heartandstroke.ca or www.smokefree.ca for more information, or speak with your doctor.
Further Benefits of a Smoke-Free Home
Beside the obvious health benefits, there are many other reasons why you should keep your home and car smoke-free:
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You will be a healthier role-model for your children.
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The air in your home and car will be much fresher, cleaner and will smell better.
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You will lower the chances of fire in your home.
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Your cooking will taste better because your ingredients have not absorbed the smell of second-hand smoke.
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You will save time, money and energy by not having to clean your curtains, walls, windows and mirrors as often.
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You won't need to paint your walls and ceilings as often.
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The resale value of your home may be greater