What may be happening in your body
- Nicotine withdrawal is easing week on week.
- Your lungs keep clearing.
- Your sense of taste is often clearly better.
How you might feel
- Occasional strong cravings, often from habits
- Better sleep for many people
- More energy
Tips for today
- Keep a list of reasons you quit and read it when a craving hits.
- Use the extra money for something you enjoy.
- Stay away from smoky places when you can.
Milestones you have already reached
- 20 minutes: heart rate and blood pressure drop
- 12 hours: carbon monoxide in your blood returns to normal
- 2 days: taste and smell start to improve
- 3 days: breathing may feel easier as airways relax
What comes next
- 2 weeks: circulation and lung function begin to improve
- 1 month: coughing and shortness of breath start to decrease
Money saved after 8 days
| If you smoked 10 a day | Saved after 8 days |
|---|---|
| India (₹18 per cigarette) | ₹1,440 |
| United States ($0.45 each) | $36 |
| United Kingdom (£0.80 each) | £64 |
| Australia (A$2 each) | A$160 |
Get your own live figure, in your currency, on the quit smoking tracker.