April 29, 2024

Stop smoking without getting fat, it is possible?

In general, women (more than men) are afraid ofstop smoking because they fear to take extra pounds. After stopping smoking, the weight gain is real but it never exceeds 4 kg. Beyond that, it is no longer the weaning of the cigarette that pushes you to nibble and overweight, but only your greed.
 
We must know above all that people predisposed to weight gain are those who already had a bad diet beforestop smoking (A smoker typically weighs 3 to 4 kg less than a non-smoker).
 
Some people decide to diet a few weeks before'stop smoking to balance any weight gain. It is not a good idea to start a diet at this time, it accumulates several types of frustration, but not to resume the cigarette, you must first find feelings of well-being.
 
Nicotine produces a weaning effect When you smoke, the feeling of hunger is diminished, and one pack a day burns up to 200 calories! Smoking helps to slow down the appearance of fat hence the difficulty of stopping.
 
The first month, not to throw you on sweets, Arm patches, chew nicotine gums, beyond one month their consumption is not recommended because the goal is to wean nicotine! On the other hand, you can use apples to hydrate you, to cut a possible feeling of hunger while finding well-being.
 
The advantage of these pharmacological treatments is to prevent risky eating behaviors by reducing dependence and weight gain. Do not hesitate to seek advice from your doctor or call a tobacco specialist.
 
With each sensation of lack, Drink a lot of water, so the feeling of hunger will disappear. The first month, drink on average up to two liters per day: this will allow you to eliminate nicotine from your body and keep the line.
 
Another substitute for the recommended cigarette : the liquorice stick. At least your hands are busy and the pleasant taste of licorice will make you forget the delicious muffin that makes you the eye ... Only drawback: the yellow coloring of the tongue and teeth ... During the first month you can also chew gums, sugar-free sweets, just avoid abusing them!
 
With good resolutions, adopt a healthier lifestyle, guaranteeing your well-being. It's the right time to get back to sport to clean up your lungs! Take some fresh air and go jogging or sign up for a gym! We generally overcome an addiction by replacing it with another ...
 
Be sure to respect three real meals a day. Once turned the page "cigarette", you will find the taste and smell. Eat balanced to make your withdrawal successful. To fight snacking treat yourself to some snacks during the day by eating fruits, raw vegetables or sugar-reduced cereal bars.
 
If dieting is not recommended in the first two months Withdrawal, nothing prevents you from consulting a dietician for advice in this difficult time. This support will give you the feeling of being supported and this will allow you at least to avoid getting fat during this stage.
 
Our advice
In reality, only a will of iron will allow you to overcome this nasty addiction, the substitutes can avoid you to plunge into the vicious circle of tobacco provided not to abuse it. A tip: stop taking it after a month.

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