(no my OC, I am attempting to help spread this that I saw first on https://programming.dev/post/33666663 because I think it helps to know that it is not too late to make changes even for major things like smoking and our health!)

  • BB84@mander.xyz
    English
    2·
    2 days ago

    Between 5-15 years after you stop smoking, stroke risk is reduced to that of a non-smoker.

    Is this not a tautological statement?

    • untorquer@lemmy.worldEnglish
      1·
      2 days ago

      Depends on your school of thought around addiction. Some people believe that once you have been a smoker that you’re forever more an addict.

      I agree with you though. 5 years without smoking you’re probably not going back.

      • SoGrumpy@lemmy.mlEnglish
        2·
        2 days ago

        I stopped smoking 10 years ago. Once in a blue moon I’ll subconsciouly reach for the non-exsistent pack on the table, catch myself and laugh, whilst thinking about the money I’ve saved.