About Quitting Smoking and Weight Gain (Weight Control and Smoking Cessation)
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Quitting Smoking and Weight Gain (Weight Control and Smoking Cessation)
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Quitting Smoking and Weight Gain (Weight Control and Smoking Cessation) InformationAccept yourselfIf you gain a few pounds when you quit, do not dwell on it. Instead, feel proud that you are improving your health. Quitting smoking may make you feel better in many ways. Quitting smoking may help you have:
Consider getting professional advice about weight controlYou may find it easier to control your weight with the help of a health professional. Ask your health care provider if there is a weight-management program in your area. Also, consider speaking with a registered dietitian, nutritionist, personal trainer, or exercise professional about becoming physically active and adopting a healthy eating plan. You may need to contact your health insurer to make sure weight-management services are covered by your plan. Consider using medication to help you quitTalk to your health care provider about medications that may help you quit smoking. Some people gain less weight when they use medication. Medications That May Help You Quit Smoking Nicotine replacement therapy, including the patch, gum, lozenges, nasal spray, and inhaler.
Get regular, moderate-intensity physical activityRegular physical activity may help you avoid large weight gains when you quit smoking. It may also boost your mood and help you feel more energetic. It is likely that you will be able to breathe easier during physical activity after you quit smoking. Aim to be physically active at a moderate-intensity level (one that makes you breathe harder but does not overwork or overheat you) on most, if not all, days of the week. You can accomplish this by breaking it up into shorter sessionsâit does not need to be done all at once. After you quit smoking and are ready to lose weight, you may need to increase the amount of time that you are physically active each day or increase your intensity level to achieve your weight loss goals. The ideas below may help you to be active. Ideas for Being Active Every Day
Limit snacking and alcoholHaving more high-fat, high-sugar snacks and alcoholic drinks may lead to weight gain when you quit smoking. The ideas below may help you make healthy eating and beverage choices as you quit smoking. Tips for Healthy Eating and Beverage Selections as You Quit
Weight control and smoking cessation introductionCongratulations on your decision to quit smoking! Quitting is one of the best actions you can take to improve your health. You may be concerned about gaining weight, but try not to worry about it as you quit. Focus on stopping smoking first, and then continue to improve your health in other ways, such as reaching and maintaining a healthy weight for life. Can I avoid weight gain?Physical activity and a healthy eating plan may help you control your weight. In addition, being physically active may ease withdrawal symptoms during smoking cessation and help reduce the chances of relapsing after quitting. While it is a good idea to be physically active and eat healthy foods as you quit smoking, try not to worry about your weight. It may be easier to quit first and focus on controlling your weight when you are smoke-free. To lower your chances of gaining weight when you stop smoking:
What causes weight gain after quitting?When smokers quit, they may gain weight for a number of reasons. These include:
Will I gain weight if I stop smoking?Not everyone gains weight when they stop smoking. Among people who do, the average weight gain is less than 10 pounds. Roughly 10 percent of people who stop smoking gain a large amount of weight - as many as 30 pounds. Will weight gain hurt my health?Although gaining weight is not desired after you stop smoking, keep in mind that the overall health benefits of quitting outweigh the health risks of weight gain. Health Risks of Smoking
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