Here’s why fall is the perfect time to quit smoking:
Increased Energy Levels
Fall is synonymous with many festive outdoor activities, from hiking and biking to park games and street market events. These activities are more enjoyable with energy and stamina, which smoking can significantly deplete. Nicotine and other chemicals in cigarettes impair lung function and reduce oxygen levels in the blood, making it harder to keep up with the demands of an active summer lifestyle. By quitting smoking, you can boost your energy levels, improve your endurance, and fully enjoy the season’s activities.
Enhanced Sense of Taste and Smell
Fall is a feast for the senses and the city is adorning in colorful and buzzing with events to enjoy the food NYC is so famous for. Unfortunately, smoking dulls your senses of smell and taste, robbing you of these simple pleasures. Chemicals in cigarettes can damage your taste buds and olfactory receptors, making it harder to fully appreciate fall scents and flavors. By quitting smoking, you can begin to regain a full range of senses, making your fall experiences more vivid and enjoyable and enhancing your overall quality of life.
Healthier Environment
Fall is a time for social gatherings, whether it’s family time apple picking, hayrides on a farm, or street food events. These events usually involve close contact with friends and family, making it an ideal time to consider the impact of secondhand smoke. Secondhand smoke contains harmful chemicals that can affect the health of non-smokers, particularly children, the elderly and those with respiratory issues. By quitting smoking, you create a healthier environment for everyone around you. Your loved ones can breathe easier, and you can take pride in knowing that your decision is protecting their health as well as your own.
For more information on NYC Smoke-Free or to lend support in ending NYC’s devastating tobacco epidemic please visit www.nycsmokefree.org. You can also contact Julia Cuthbertson, NYC Smoke-Free’s Brooklyn Community Engagement Manager at [email protected] to learn more and get involved.
Julia Cuthbertson
Brooklyn Community Engagement Manager
NYC Smoke-Free, Public Health Solutions
