Tips on preventing weight gain
Some suggestions to maintain your original weight (or even lose a few extra pounds) while you are giving up smoking include:
√ Exercise for about half an hour a day. If possible, include a couple of weight training sessions in your exercise plan, as this will burn your calories faster.
√ Try to satisfy your withdrawal cravings in ways other than eating, such as drinking a glass of water instead of having another snack.
√ If it is an oral craving that bothers you, put non-edible items like a toothpick in your mouth or chew a sugarless gum instead of food.
√ Curtail the consumption of fatty foods; eat more raw vegetables, whole grains and fruits instead.
Consider seeking your healthcare professional or dietitian’s advice and help to manage weight gain after giving up cigarettes.
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