Important Dos and Don'ts to Quit Smoking
The best way to quit smoking is to know what to do and what not to do. When your determination to get rid of
your bad habit for good is combined with the right strategy, you are bound to succeed. You will live a healthy and
satisfactory smoke-free life.
Do learn all about the dangers of smoking and the benefits of quitting. Don't ignore your
personal motives. The more you know about the problem, the more determined you will be to resolve it. Often the
hardcore medical data is not sufficient to help you resist nicotine cravings, however. This is where your personal
reasons come in. Think about the people you love and how much they will benefit if you do not smoke around
them.
Do eliminate as many smoking triggers from your life as possible. Don't keep habits associated
with smoking. Just think about the things that make you feel like lighting up and remove them, avoid them or change
them. Keep in mind that the changes in your life will be for the better.
Do exercise and eat a balanced diet. Don't engage in a sedentary lifestyle and binging. Being
physically active will help you resist tobacco cravings and quit smoking for good. Eat more fruits and vegetables
and avoid overeating to keep to your normal weight during the cessation process.
Do sip water from a straw frequently. Don't drink alcohol and coffee. Water suppresses nicotine
cravings and the drinking from a straw has a positive psychological effect on quitters. Liquor and caffeine have
the opposite effect so they should be avoided until the habit is eliminated for good.
Do engage in social activities. Don't hang out with smokers. Being around friends and having
fun will help you quit smoking successfully as you will be more relaxed and happier. At the same time, being around
smokers can make your tobacco cravings worse so you should avoid this until you succeed quitting.
Do use nicotine replacement therapy (NRT) if your doctor confirms that it is safe for you.
Don't take herbal and other products that promise to help you quit smoking straight away. NRT boosts your chances
of success by two times so you should use it to achieve your goal if you notice that your willpower along is not
sufficient. The therapy is completely safe for healthy adults. You should stay away from suspicious products that
offer magical results.
Do try again if you fail to quit smoking. Don't despair. Keep in mind that your chances of
success increase by 20 per cent after each attempt.
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