There are many so-called “alternative” ways to quit smoking, with the most common alternatives being hypnosis, laser treatment, and acupuncture. The most important thing to remember with these treatements is they can be expensive, and since they do not operate under the jurisdiction of the FDA, their efficacy is not proven or tested. Also, it is important to note that these techniques merely claim to combat withdrawal symptoms, not to be a cure-all for quitting smoking. Read the rest of this entry
Written July 10, 2008 by Greg McGuire
Written July 9, 2008 by Greg McGuire
Smoking cessation is also known as “quitting cold turkey,” and before the advent of Nicotine Replacement Therapy (NRT), it was the only way to quit. Nicotine only takes about 72 hours to be cleansed from the body, and this is typically when withdrawal symptoms are the worst. Read the rest of this entry
Written July 9, 2008 by Greg McGuire
Nicotine Replacement Therapy (NRT) has blossomed in the last 10 years as more and more products become available to help smokers quit. Now you can select from a wide array of NRT products, from gum to patches to nasal spray to pills. Read the rest of this entry
Written July 8, 2008 by Greg McGuire
Nicotine Withdrawal and How to Deal with It
The most common withdrawal symptoms associated with quitting smoking include dizziness, trouble concentrating, headache, fatigue, irritability, anxiety, and a craving for sweets. The majority of these symptoms can be traced to how nicotine interacts with adrenaline and blood sugar in your brain. Read the rest of this entry
Written July 7, 2008 by Greg McGuire
Accept that You Will Get the Urge
Cigarette cravings are a normal part of the process when you quit smoking, so don’t be surprised when you get a strong urge to smoke a cigarette. Prepare yourself mentally on your quit smoking day by reminding yourself that you are going to experience many strong urges to smoke. That way, you will be less surprised as those urges increase. Read the rest of this entry
Written July 7, 2008 by Greg McGuire
Remind Family and Friends
You have made all the preparations and now your quit smoking day has arrived. Ideally this day is a day off, though you shouldn’t plan on making it a lazy day. Remember to announce the fact that this is your quit smoking day to your friends and family. Read the rest of this entry
Written July 7, 2008 by Greg McGuire
Set the Date
Quitting smoking is a difficult experience, so you should plan carefully. Most smokers have tried to quit at least once, so more than likely you have an idea of what to expect. When you are planning to stop smoking, pick a date to be your first cigarette-free day. Read the rest of this entry
Written April 5, 2008 by Greg McGuire
Developing 10 Reasons to Quit
Any smoker faced with the prospect of quitting smoking knows that to pull it off requires a huge personal effort and much sacrifice. Therefore, it’s a good idea to put down in writing your top 10 reasons for quitting smoking before you actually attempt to quit. Keep this list in a handy place so that you can refer to it as you endure the process of eliminating nicotine from your body and mind. Read the rest of this entry