Tuesday, January 8, 2013

Tip Tuesday! Quit smoking – without gaining weight

By Michael W. Rosen, M.D., and Melanie Polk, M.M.Sc., R.D., F.A.D.A.
Your quit date is on the calendar. And, you're ready to kick cigarettes for good. But, can you snuff out this habit without piling on the pounds?

If that's a concern for you, here's something you should know: Not everyone who stops smoking gains weight.

Also, let's say you're at a healthy weight now — and you do put on a few pounds. Remind yourself of this: That's still better — and safer — than continuing to smoke.

4 weight-wise ways to quit
As you take this great step for your health, try these stay-slim strategies. They can help keep pounds — and cigarette cravings — in check. And, if you're trying to kick a smokeless tobacco habit, they're useful tips for that, too.

Click here to view the different ways.

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