“Everybody’s lungs get worse with age, but the rate of decline is much faster in people that smoke,” explains Dr. Solanki. “People who smoke actually have a lot of power to improve their health by stopping their habit.”
Regular exercise. Start small, gradually increase to at least 150 minutes/week at moderate intensity. Adjust this goal to the individual’s status.
Surround yourself with people who have successfully quit smoking. Hearing their success stories can be motivating and provide a psychological boost. Support groups, online communities, or even a close friend who has quit can make a huge difference in staying on track.
If your best attempts to get a good night's sleep have failed, prescription sleeping pills may be an option. Here's some advice on how to use them safely.
Effective chronic pain management is focused on maximizing function and limiting disability, not just on reducing pain.
If you’ve been trying to quit or are thinking about quitting, know that it’s never too late to stop.
Consider buprenorphine when a safer, lower side-effect profile medication is preferred over full agonist opioids or for patients with tolerance to other opioids.
There are many causes of the different thyroid disorders. Most commonly the cause is due to autoimmune thyroid disease. This is a process in which the body’s immune system attacks the thyroid cells as though they were foreign cells. In response, the thyroid gland becomes underactive (hypothyroidism) or overactive (hyperthyroidism).
At Truth Initiative, we envision a future free from nicotine addiction—a future that fosters healthier lives and a more resilient nation.
Not only do you have to think about your nicotine habit, but you also have to change your rituals that play into reaching for that smoke.
A Mediterranean-adjacent diet that focuses on antioxidants, fiber, and healthy fats is most likely to be liver protective and generally good for you. “That said, I always encourage my clients to follow the 80/20 rule: nourish your body with whole foods most of the time and leave room for flexibility and enjoyment without guilt,” says Dr. Morris-Stiff. “It’s about what you do Buy Now consistently, not occasionally.”
EX Program Essentials includes a fully integrated text-message program available in English and Spanish. Young people enroll via direct text message opt-in with a custom keyword and receive tailored support based on age, tobacco products, quit journey stage, and more.
Definition: pain that is perceived at a location other than that of the causative stimulus; projection of pain usually onto a specific dermatome or myotome of the corresponding segment of the spinal cord
Read the medication guide. Read the medication guide for patients so that you understand how and when to take your medicine and what the major potential side effects are. If you have any questions, ask your pharmacist or health care provider.