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Quit Weight Gain

Many smokers worry about weight gain when quitting smoking. Use these tips to snuff out weight gain when you quit:

Eat smart

  • Drink plenty of water to help you feel full
  • Limit high-fat, high-sugar snacks which will pack on the pounds
  • Snack on as many fruits and veggies as you want. Choose crunchy snacks like air popped popcorn or carrot sticks or apples to keep your mouth occupied
  • Include low fat or fat free dairy and whole grains to help you stay full
  • Distract your mouth with sugar free gum
  • Don’t go too long without eating
  • Eat slowly and listen to your body — it can take up to 20 minutes for your stomach to signal that you are full. Before, during and after a meal use this scale to help you know your hunger and fullness cues.

Move more

  • Go for a walk at lunch or during your break time
  • Sign up for a new yoga class and ask a friend to join you
  • Take the stairs instead of the elevator
  • Reaching for a cigarette? Reach for your sneakers instead and start moving more

Reduce stress

  • Get back to your favorite hobbies – take some time to do something you love
  • Read a book
  • Exercise – move more to get your blood flowing and calm your nerves
  • Breathe. Practice deep breathing by filling your lungs with fresh, clean air
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