It's normal for people who smoke to gain some weight after they quit, usually 5 to 10 pounds. After you stop smoking, your metabolism temporarily slows down. You might eat more as well. Usually after 6 months your metabolism and your weight return to normal.
Eating healthy and increasing your physical activity can help you to:
- Prevent weight gain
- Reduce stress and tension
- Create a new self-image as a healthy person, to add to your motivation to stay smoke-free
More information to help manage your weight when you quit smoking:
- www.move.va.gov
- www.nutrition.gov
- www.ucanquit2.org/facts/AvoidWeightGain.aspx
- www.women.smokefree.gov/topic-weight.aspx
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