Smoking and Heart Disease: The Life-Saving Benefits of Quitting
Dr. Kumar’s Take:
Smoking is one of the leading causes of preventable deaths worldwide, particularly due to its devastating impact on the heart and blood vessels. This study confirms what many doctors have known for decades: quitting smoking can dramatically reduce the risk of cardiovascular disease (CVD) and even reverse some of the damage caused by smoking.
Actionable Tip: If you’re a smoker, the best thing you can do for your heart is to quit as soon as possible. The benefits start within weeks and continue to grow over the years. Even heavy smokers can significantly reduce their risk of heart attacks, strokes, and early death by quitting.