Dr. Joseph Mercola - Take Control of Your Health
Quitting Smoking Linked to Slower Memory Decline in Midlife and Older Adults
15 Nov 2025
Quitting smoking in midlife or later slows memory loss and mental decline, proving your brain retains the ability to recover at any age Former smokers experience about three years' delay in cognitive aging compared with those who continue to smoke Stopping smoking improves circulation, lowers inflammation, and restores oxygen delivery to your brain, creating ideal conditions for repair Even lifelong smokers begin to see cognitive and cardiovascular benefits within just a few years of quitting Pairing movement, steady nutrition, and healthy routines with quitting strengthens focus, mood, and long-term brain resilience
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