Is it true?

Question

When people quit smoking, do they tend to gain more weight and if its true how can I keep from gaining weight cause I really want to quit but the weight issue is keeping me from even trying to quit.

Answer 1

The ones who gain weight are the ones who eat more because they don't have a cigarette in their hand. If you don't replace cigarettes with food you will be fine.

Answer 2

Im sorry mate but if you say you really want to quit than do it, it will kill you a hell of a lot quicker then gaining a few pounds will, if that is whats stopping you, you can work the few pounds you put on in the gym, exercising, eating right, can you reverse the many long term damage smoking has on you ? no

Many smokers do gain some weight when they quit. Even without special attempts at diet and exercise, however, the gain is usually less than 10 pounds. Women tend to gain slightly more weight than men. There is some evidence that smokers will gain weight after they quit even if they do not eat more.

For some, a concern about weight gain can lead to a decision not to quit. But the weight gain that follows quitting smoking is generally very small. It is much more dangerous to continue smoking than it is to gain a small amount of weight.

You are more likely to be successful with quitting smoking if you deal with the smoking first, and then later take steps to reduce your weight. While you are quitting, try to focus on ways to help you stay healthy, rather than on your weight. Stressing about your weight may make it harder to quit. Eat plenty of fruits and vegetables and limit the fat. Be sure to drink plenty of water, and get enough sleep and regular physical activity.

Walking is a great way to be physically active and increase your chances of staying quit. Walking can help you by:

Reducing stress
Burning calories and toning muscles
Giving you something to do instead of thinking about smoking
No special equipment or clothing is needed for walking, other than a pair of comfortable shoes. And you can do it pretty much anytime or anywhere. Try the following:

Walking around a shopping mall
Getting off the bus one stop before you usually do
Finding a buddy to walk with during lunch time at work
Taking the stairs instead of the elevator
Walking with a friend, family member, or neighbor after dinner
Pushing your baby in a stroller
Set a goal of 30 minutes of physical activity 5 or more times a week. If you don’t already exercise regularly, please check with your doctor before starting an exercise program.

Answer 3

The reason people gain weight when they quit smoking is because they feel the need to occupy their hands and usually eat. So instead of lighting one up they munch.

Start a daily exercise routine and you should be fine.

You'll feel much better after you quit!

Good luck!

Answer 4

Yes, to stop your cravings, you might use food as a replacement for nicotine. And you tend to eat more during this period. But exercising is really one great way to take your mind off smoking as well as keeping your weight down.
Get this free guide that teaches how to cope with weight gain.

Answer 5

smoking tends to supress your appetite, so if you stop you could gain weight but not everyone does.just continue to eat the way you have been and maybe pick up some light excercise.

Answer 6

Yes it is true because people tend to replace cigarettes with food..If however you use some nicotene substitute like chewing gum, you may find that helps.

Answer 7

Work out and eat healthy.

Good luck in your journey to quit smoking!

Answer 8

no it aint