You Can Control Your Weight as You Quit Smoking
Congratulations 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.
- Will I gain weight if I stop smoking?
- What causes weight gain after quitting?
- Can I avoid weight gain?
- Accept yourself.
- Get regular, moderate-intensity physical activity.
- Limit snacking and alcohol
- Consider using medication to help you quit
- Consider getting professional advice about weight control.
- Will weight gain hurt my health?
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