India, Nov. 8 -- That satisfying drag during a work break might feel like a moment of calm, but every puff silently harms your lungs. Most people know smoking damages the body - but what many don't realise is how quickly it begins to heal once you stop. The recovery starts almost instantly, with your lungs and circulation showing signs of repair within weeks.

Dr Kunal Sood, an anesthesiologist and interventional pain medicine physician, has outlined how smoking impacts the body - and the remarkable changes that begin once you quit. In an Instagram video posted on November 7, the physician highlights, "Over time, smoking can increase the risk of lung disease, heart problems, and nicotine addiction. Make sure you take the appropriate steps...