Tobacco use is the highly preventable cause of death in America. Approximately 440,000 Americans succumb to diseases related to tobacco use each year (Source: National Institute on Drug Abuse).

There are plenty of excuses for us not to stop smoking: "I'm not afraid of gaining weight" Weight gain is often moderate. Nicotine contained in tobacco smoke increases metabolism, meaning that a normal day smoker burns more calories than a nonsmoker. Moreover, smoking cuts appetite, spoils the flavor of food, thus decreasing the pleasure of eating.

Giving up smoking is difficult unless you know how. Fortunately I know how, but first check this list and remember all the reasons: After 20 minutes of smoking cessation, blood pressure, pulse and body temperature return to normal. After 8 hours the carbon monoxide level in blood returns to normal, and specify smokers breath begins to disappear.

What will it take to convince you to stop smoking? These 5 benefits should be at the top of everyone's list.

Failing to plan is the same as planning to fail. Don't attempt to quit smoking without a plan. Here is some advice to help you develop your plan for success.

This is a question that often comes up among smokers in that can smoking really cause you to gain wrinkles? The experts and researchers that have carried out numerous studies in this area have all concluded that the answer is yes because smoking causes the skin to age prematurely and therefore results in the cause of wrinkles appearing on your skin.