New Delhi, June 2 -- Cigarette smoking is one of the leading preventable causes of death. If you quit smoking, you can gain additional years of life, according to studies. Despite the awareness around smoking-related health hazards such as cancer, heart-lung diseases, and vascular diseases, the question remains, "How to quit smoking permanently?"

7 tips to quit smoking

Smoking can affect nearly every organ in the body. Beyond physical health, smoking can impair mental well-being and reduce quality of life. It also poses serious risks to those exposed to secondhand smoke, including children. Quitting smoking improves circulation, lung function, and energy levels within weeks. Over time, it also reduces the risk of diseases. Kicking the h...