Smoking Smoking does not cause high blood pressure but markedly increases the risk of heart disease in persons with high blood pressure and can reduce the effectiveness of blood pressure lowering medication. Stopping smoking is an important step for persons with high blood pressure. Because the nicotine in tobacco is addictive, stopping smoking is difficult. The use of nicotine supplements makes it twice as likely to stop smoking. Identifying and avoiding activities that are associated with your smoking may also help.
Most persons require several attempts at stopping before finally succeeding.
Encourage your workplace and home to be smoke free. This will assist your ability to quit. Most life style changes are difficult. If you try and do not succeed, do not be overly discouraged. Most persons require several attempts before achieving long lasting success.