Quit Smoking Meter

If you've quit smoking, or plan to quit soon, this tool will help you track:

How long you've been smoke-free

How much money you've saved

How much your savings could be earning

How much time you are adding to your life by not smoking





	Blood pressure drops to a level close to that before the last cigarette.
	Temperature of hands and feet increases to normal.

	Carbon monoxide level in blood drops to normal.
	Oxygen level in blood increases to normal.

	Chance of heart attack decreases.

	Nerve endings in the mouth and nose start to re-grow.
	Ability to taste and smell improves.

	Bronchial tubes relax, making breathing easier.
	Lung capacity increases.

	Circulation improves.
	Walking becomes easier.
	Lung function increases up to 30%.

	Coughing, sinus congestion, fatigue, shortness of breath decrease.
	Cilia regain normal function in lungs, increasing ability to handle mucus, clean the lungs, reduce infection.
	Body's overall energy level increases.

	Excess risk of coronary heart disease is half that of a smoker’s.

	Lung cancer death rate is half that of a continuing smoker’s.
	Risk of cancer of the mouth, throat, esophagus, bladder, kidneys, and pancreas decreases.

	Risk of coronary heart disease is that of a nonsmoker’s.

	Source: American Cancer Society For more information, contact the American Cancer Society Guam Unit at (671) 477-9451/2.

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Cigarettes smoked per day prior to quitting:

Cost Per Pack:

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Age you started smoking:

Age you stopped (or will stop) smoking:

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Summary

Major Hurdles Cleared

Medical and psychological researchers have developed methods that may help you through the withdrawal woes.
	Deep breathing Inhale deeply through the nose, then exhale slowly through pursed lips. This gets rid of poisons in your lungs and generally relieves tension and irritability.
	Drink more water This helps wash nicotine out of the system and helps curb the craving for nicotine.
	Exercise Exercise is extremely effective in overpowering the desire to smoke. Aerobic exercises are particularly recommended, including walking, running, and swimming.