Will i gain weight if i quit smoking?

  Once you’ve stopped smoking, you’ll find it easier to be active and lose any extra weight!

Some people put off the decision to give up smoking because they worry about weight gain. Many people do gain a few pounds after they stop smoking because nicotine suppresses your natural appetite and makes your body burn calories faster. There is also a tendency to replace cigarettes with snacks and sweets, or change your natural diet. However, even if you do gain weight, the benefits to your health will far outweigh the costs.

If you want to avoid weight gain, the key is to prepare. It makes sense to start eating well from the start. Steer clear of high calorie and fried foods, and avoid snacking on sweets – that way you’ll avoid habits like eating chocolate instead of smoking a cigarette. Keeping active can also help control weight. Exercise doesn’t need to be complicated – try taking the stairs instead of the lift, or get off the bus a stop or two early.

Remember that once you’ve stopped smoking, you’ll find it easier to be active and lose any extra weight!

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