Finally Decided to Stop Smoking? Tips to Make Your Journey As Smooth As Possible

Have you made the decision to finally quit smoking? If so then congratulations! I'm sure it was not an easy decision to make but you have done the right thing. No One said it would be easy. But in the long run it will definitely be worth it.

Here are some helpful tips for staying on the right track and managing withdrawal

Tip #1- Join a support group

Nicotine anonymous is a very well known 12 step program. Joining will enable you to be around people who are going through the same experience and will make it easier for you to stay on the right path. If you are like many people and do not have time to go to meetings then you have the option of joining groups and forums online. There are an abundance of these forums where you can find the support and encouragement you need for people who are going through similar experiences.

Tip # 2- Keep lots of healthy snacks around

For a lot of people when they quit smoking they develop an insatiable appetite. They see food as a replacement for cigarettes and tend to overeat. Nicotine acts as an appetite suppressant. So naturally when you get off the nicotine your hunger will rise substantially. It is very important especially in the first few weeks to eat sensibly. Do not over eat or you will feel the impact on your waste line. Keep a good amount of healthy snacks such as celery carrots, fruits and vegetables to munch on whenever you feel hungry or like you are having a nicotine craving.

Tip # 3 - Drink lots of water

Drinking an adequate amount of water has a very positive impact on the body. Not only will it keep you hydrated but, drinking a sufficient amount of water everyday will help flush out the build up of toxins smoking has caused your body. Drinking more water will enable your body as a whole will feel better and will aid in making the withdrawal process more bearable.

Quitting Smoking is not easy. In fact you have a long road ahead of you as it is a life long battle. But staying on the right track will have a tremendous effect on your health and quality of life in the long run. Just remember: With death comes rebirth. The death of this bad habit has given you a chance at a new life. Make the most of it.

Rita Harmon is wife to a loving husband Tom and a mom to three beautiful children Eva, Sam, and David.

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