Have you been trying to quit smoking? You will be successful if you are patient and keep trying. Go over this article for some useful tips on how to quit smoking.
Very few people manage quitting smoking with their first try. If you are a heavy smoker, your chances of being successful with your first try are very slim. Do not give up after your first failed attempt; you will eventually manage to quit smoking if you keep trying. Instead of focusing on your failures, look for the positive. Perhaps your previous attempts allows you to reduce the number of cigarettes you smoke in a day or helped you find which techniques and products do not work. If nothing seems to work, you should go see your doctor and talk about your different options such as prescription medication or nicotine patches. Find a support group in your area if you want to get help from other smokers who are struggling too.
Quitting is hard because smoking is a part of your daily routine. You are probably used to having a cigarette while you drive to work, during your breaks, after your meals or while you spend quality time with your friends. You need to make changes to these habits so you will not find yourself in places where you are likely to smoke. If your friends are smokers, you might have to spend less time with them until you have mastered your cravings.
Be prepared to experience very strong cravings. Keep in mind that the cravings are triggered by the presence of toxins in your system. The best way to get rid of these toxins is to stay away from nicotine, caffeine, alcohol and unhealthy foods. You should also get plenty of sleep, stay hydrated, eat some healthy foods and sweat as much as possible. If you work out regularly and make changes to your lifestyle, your cravings will become more bearable after a week and have completely disappear in two to three weeks. If you decide to quit cold turkey, use these tips to make your intense cravings disappear more quickly.
If you are not ready to quit cold turkey, you will need to gradually cut down on your smoking until you are a light smoker and can easily quit cold turkey. In order to cut down on your smoking, you will probably have to use an alternative source of nicotine or a stress reliever. If you need nicotine, wear a nicotine patch or chew some nicotine gums. E-cigarettes are a good way to get some nicotine while getting the sensation that you are smoking. Stay in control of the amount of nicotine you expose your body to and do your best to gradually reduce this amount, for instance by replacing nicotine gum with regular gum more often or use refills with smaller amounts of nicotine for your e-cigarette.
Quitting is possible if you keep trying until you succeed. Think of all the money you will save and all the things you will be able to do thanks to your good health and increased life span!