Stop smoking without putting on weight
Smoking burns 200 calories per day and when you quit, the feeling of lack is close to that of hunger which makes us eat more.
Candies and gums are nicotine substitutes (Nicorette gum type 2mg and 4mg) which limit weight gain by managing risky moments.
Patches (nicoretteskin® which diffuse nicotine continuously for 16 hours for example) and inhaler are also interesting because they diffuse nicotine continuously in the body. And if you are really addicted to nicotine, a doctor may also prescribe Zyban for 2 months. This drug works effectively as an anti-cravings. After this thorny period, the desire to snack will not have disappeared but they will be less strong and frequent, and therefore more easily manageable.
Think especially about “smart” snacking (yogurt, apples, hard-boiled eggs etc.) and playing sports.
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Tobacco and pregnancy: what solutions to stop smoking?
Stopping smoking can sometimes seem difficult. However, many effective treatments can help you to stop smoking for good, without feeling of lack and while living your pregnancy in a serene way. Know for example that nicotine substitution (patch or chewing gum) is quite possible during pregnancy. It allows to get rid of the toxicity linked to tobacco while alleviating the effects of withdrawal.
Counseling and psychological support can also be helpful in getting rid of your addiction. In case of strong habituation, a consultation with a specialist is recommended. In some maternity hospitals, smoking cessation groups exist. Managed by midwives trained in tobacco science, they are useful for better managing your addiction while taking advantage of a real group dynamic. Do not hesitate to inquire at your maternity ward.
Finally, while it is best to quit smoking before you get pregnant, know that it is never too late to do well. Studies show that weaning in the 3rd trimester of pregnancy significantly reduces the effects on fetal growth retardation.
The benefits of stopping smoking
– From 24 hours, the blood levels of nicotine and carbon monoxide drop by half. The oxygenation of the body’s tissues is better and your complexion becomes clearer. The lungs have already started to eliminate toxic substances (carbon, tar, etc.) responsible for cancer.
– After 2 to 12 weeks hours, the body has completely eliminated nicotine. You gradually regain your smell and taste, you breathe better and blood circulation improves (hence a clear complexion)
– After 9 months, the respiratory capacity is increased by 10% which decreases the risk of bronchitis and “clears” the voice.
– After 5 years, the risk of lung cancer was divided by two
Do not hesitate, once the decision is made, to call in a specialist.
To know more
Drugs-Alcohol-Tobacco-Info-Service: 0 800 23 13 13 (free number)
Tobacco Info Service 0 825 309 310
Gradually reduce your consumption
Taking nicotine substitutes (patches, gums …) would, according to the brands that market them, “reduce consumption by limiting the effects of withdrawal and withdrawal”, thus constituting a first step towards a complete stop. Total cessation should be attempted within 6 months of starting treatment and if smoking has not been observed within 6 weeks, seek medical attention.