I have been off the cigarettes for 2 weeks now im still getting cravings how long till they stop?

Answer 1

The physical cravings should be gone in a few weeks - it's the mental cravings that you need to distinguish. I am an ex-smoker for 8 years - I have no physical cravings, but every once in a while, I want one - I don't NEED it, like when you first quit - but it's a mental thing. If they ever invent a butt that won't kill me or anyone else, I'll be the first to smoke it - I loved smoking. Just learn to separate the physical need from the mental/social need and you'll be ok! Good luck :-)

Answer 2

Well, I am more than positive that I will get a **** load of thumbs down for saying this, but I am 36 weeks pregnant, and still smoke. So yes, I guess you could say I still get cravings. I am glad that you are strong enough to fight the urges, as I guess I am weak. In fact I can't stop thinking about one right at this very moment. The only thing that really Truly helps me is that I work, and attend school still, and like I said I am 36 weeks pregnant. In fact, this sunday will make 37 weeks pregnant. Lots of people told me to eat a sucker or do something to keep my mind busy, but none of that stuff ever worked. At least not for me. I have been smoking since I was 12 years old, and am now pushing 30. I will be 30 this coming April. My mom smoked with all of us kids, and there are 6 of us. 4 boys, and 2 girls. We are all healthy, and only myself and my sister have picked up the habit out of all 6 of us. So far there have been no problems with my pregnancy. I really don't care what other people think about it, because I will never be convinced that everyone does EXACTLY what they are supposed to do while pregnant. There are so many things they say pregnant woman shouldn't or should do, and I don't believe that anyone is perfect enough to abide by everything. That is just my opinion.

Answer 3

As an ex smoker, I can say that you will get these cravings for a long time yet. For eg: My employers both smoke, but most of the time it doesn't bother me. Every now and then I almost say - give me one of those, but I don't, and within a minute I have forgotten all about it. It stinks in the office at times and I can smell the smoke of their clothing, so you're not missing out on anything. Keep up the good work. Will power will prevail.

Answer 4

It won't stop very soon. It will get better in 2 to 4 weeks.
But you will have craving for the next few months.
After 3 to 4 months you won't be suffering anymore.
Try the nicotine gum it helps a lot.

Answer 5

As your resolve to never go back increases, the cravings decrease. Keep reminding yourself of all the good that has come from your choice. If you sow to good things then you will reap good things, so keep counting up those positive results, soon they will turn the weak craving thoughts to flight. The freedom is worth the fight. I'm an x-smoker too and so glad for it.

Answer 6

When you get the cravings, you may take that as a signal that your blood sugar level may be dropping. That is why most people gain weight after stopping smoking. I suggest eating nuts (almonds or peanuts - unsalted roasted) when you are craving.

It takes your mind off the craving, and puts some protein in your system.

Answer 7

I had cravings for about one month, then I had dreams that I had another cigarette about once a month after that for about another six months. These got less frequent after that, and I would get really bothered in my dream that I started smoking again, and would wake up in a panic, only to realize that it was only a dream. I suppose this reflects some type of subconscious craving.

Answer 8

I've been off cigs for almost 2 years and every once and a while I still get cravings. Take it a day at a time, and keep telling yourself that it's the best for your health and that you are saving tons of money.

Answer 9

Looking at all these answers, I would guess its different for everyone. If you are set on quiting, just hang in there. I quit after smoking for 20+ years. It took me about a year not to want to smoke. After a few months, I tried to smoke a cig, and it tasted so bad i couldnt keep smoking it, I really wanted to, but it was so nasty. Then for a while my thought was, man I sure wish I could "enjoy" a smoke. When I smelled it, I still wanted it but knew it would taste nasty. Its been two years now and when I smell smoke on somone, it makes me want to gag. I hate that I used to smell like that. I have no more cravings, and will never smoke again. It will take time, but I feel better, my skin looks better, I smell better, food taste better....you will eventually be gald you quit. Just hang in there.....good luck!

Answer 10

give it another two weeks for the physical craving to go away. Physical being when your body craves nicotine. You will need to fight the habit (mental craving) for a long time. Keep it up, every day gets just that little bit easier.