When will the body return to normal after quitting smoking? And when does the desire for this bad habit end after quitting it? And what are the symptoms? According to the American Cancer Society, within minutes of you stop smoking after the last cigarette you smoked, your body begins to recover. Cravings to return to smoking peak within two to three days, and usually go away after 3 to 5 minutes.
The urge to back to smoking usually stops after 4 to 6 weeks. Common symptoms — called withdrawal symptoms — when you quit smoking include: Feeling angry or upset. Difficulty concentrating. Trouble sleeping.