Clearing the smoke 1999 Quit for life in Canada
Canadian health experts urge quitting smoking as a New Year resolution. Four of five smokers try to quit and most need five to ten years to quit for life. Nicotine addiction makes withdrawal symptoms common. Cold turkey has under five percent success. Support improves odds, with resources from Chetwynd missionaries and BC Lung Association offering tips and a free Quit Tips booklet. Call 1-800-665-5864 or visit bc.lung.ca quit tips.html for help.
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Quitting smoking improves life expectancy and health
Quitting smoking yields rapid health benefits with measurable changes within hours. Blood pressure and heart rate normalize within 20 minutes, oxygen and carbon monoxide balance after eight hours, and heart attack risk drops after one year. Long term, lung cancer death risk halves after a decade, approaching never-smoker levels after 10 to 15 years.
Immune-boosting herbs Echinacea and Astragalus
News Canada outlines two herbs to bolster immunity in winter. Echinacea, linked to T-cell activity, is recommended at 150mg three times daily. Astragalus, with antiviral and immune benefits, advised at 250mg once or twice daily. Quest Vitamins offers standard extracts, with emphasis on vegetarian friendly options.
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