{"id":17622,"date":"2025-05-01T16:00:17","date_gmt":"2025-05-01T10:30:17","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/connect.healthkart.com\/?p=17622"},"modified":"2026-01-28T15:11:05","modified_gmt":"2026-01-28T09:41:05","slug":"how-to-quit-smoking","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.healthkart.com\/connect\/health-hazards-of-smoking-and-benefits-of-quitting\/","title":{"rendered":"How to Quit Smoking: Because Some Breakups Are Mandatory"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>Smoking is injurious to health<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">-this statement we must have read more than hundreds of times. Isn\u2019t it? So this question is for those who can\u2019t let their single day unfold without doing smoke- do you know you are being your own worst enemy by doing so! People who smoke are addicted to more than just their bodies; they are also strongly rooted in their emotions and daily routines. Nicotine, which is found in tobacco, changes the way your brain&#8217;s reward system works, making you want that &#8220;feel-good&#8221; moment over and over again.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">It takes a mix of strategy, support, and patience to understand <\/span>how to quit smoking<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">. This blog will guide you through some of the best approaches to how you can say goodbye to smoking.<\/span><\/p>\n<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_81 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\" style=\"cursor:inherit\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle Table of Content\"><span class=\"ez-toc-js-icon-con\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseProfile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/a><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/www.healthkart.com\/connect\/health-hazards-of-smoking-and-benefits-of-quitting\/#Effective_Strategies_to_Help_You_Quit_Smoking\" >Effective Strategies to Help You Quit Smoking<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/www.healthkart.com\/connect\/health-hazards-of-smoking-and-benefits-of-quitting\/#Select_Correct_Nicotine_Replacement_Therapy\" >Select Correct Nicotine Replacement Therapy<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/www.healthkart.com\/connect\/health-hazards-of-smoking-and-benefits-of-quitting\/#Know_and_Avoid_Triggers\" >Know and Avoid Triggers<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/www.healthkart.com\/connect\/health-hazards-of-smoking-and-benefits-of-quitting\/#Deflect_Cravings\" >Deflect Cravings<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/www.healthkart.com\/connect\/health-hazards-of-smoking-and-benefits-of-quitting\/#Smoke_Less_with_Healthy_Options\" >Smoke Less with Healthy Options<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/www.healthkart.com\/connect\/health-hazards-of-smoking-and-benefits-of-quitting\/#Avoid_%E2%80%9CJust_One%E2%80%9D_Thinking\" >Avoid \u201cJust One\u201d Thinking<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/www.healthkart.com\/connect\/health-hazards-of-smoking-and-benefits-of-quitting\/#Deal_with_Stress_Without_Tobacco\" >Deal with Stress Without Tobacco<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/www.healthkart.com\/connect\/health-hazards-of-smoking-and-benefits-of-quitting\/#Create_Support_Network\" >Create Support Network<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/www.healthkart.com\/connect\/health-hazards-of-smoking-and-benefits-of-quitting\/#Think_About_Prescriptions\" >Think About Prescriptions<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/www.healthkart.com\/connect\/health-hazards-of-smoking-and-benefits-of-quitting\/#Reasons_to_Stay_Motivated\" >Reasons to Stay Motivated<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-11\" href=\"https:\/\/www.healthkart.com\/connect\/health-hazards-of-smoking-and-benefits-of-quitting\/#Conclusion\" >Conclusion<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-12\" href=\"https:\/\/www.healthkart.com\/connect\/health-hazards-of-smoking-and-benefits-of-quitting\/#Frequently_Asked_Questions_Related_to_Quitting_Smoking\" >Frequently Asked Questions Related to Quitting Smoking<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-13\" href=\"https:\/\/www.healthkart.com\/connect\/health-hazards-of-smoking-and-benefits-of-quitting\/#Q1_How_to_stop_smoking\" >Q1. How to stop smoking?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-14\" href=\"https:\/\/www.healthkart.com\/connect\/health-hazards-of-smoking-and-benefits-of-quitting\/#Q2_Does_smoking_cause_hair_loss\" >Q2. Does smoking cause hair loss?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-15\" href=\"https:\/\/www.healthkart.com\/connect\/health-hazards-of-smoking-and-benefits-of-quitting\/#Q3_What_happens_when_you_quit_smoking\" >Q3. What happens when you quit smoking?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-16\" href=\"https:\/\/www.healthkart.com\/connect\/health-hazards-of-smoking-and-benefits-of-quitting\/#Q4_Does_smoking_cause_weight_loss_in_a_healthy_way\" >Q4. Does smoking cause weight loss in a healthy way?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-17\" href=\"https:\/\/www.healthkart.com\/connect\/health-hazards-of-smoking-and-benefits-of-quitting\/#Q5_How_many_years_of_smoking_causes_cancer\" >Q5. How many years of smoking causes cancer?<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Effective_Strategies_to_Help_You_Quit_Smoking\"><\/span><b>Effective Strategies to Help You Quit Smoking<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">To stop smoking, you need to be dedicated, plan and have the right tools. To begin, follow these important steps:<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Select_Correct_Nicotine_Replacement_Therapy\"><\/span><b>Select Correct Nicotine Replacement Therapy<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Selecting an appropriate nicotine replacement treatment (NRT) is one of the first steps in learning <\/span>how to quit smoking<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">. Using patches, gums, lozenges, or nasal sprays can help ease the signs of withdrawal and help you stop being dependent on drugs. These treatments work by giving you controlled amounts of nicotine, which lets your body get used to it without the dangerous chemicals that are in cigarettes.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Know_and_Avoid_Triggers\"><\/span><b>Know and Avoid Triggers<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Things you do every day and how you feel can become connected to smoking. For instance, worry, coffee, or being with other people can make you want to smoke. Even if you are aware of the negative <\/span>side effects of smoking<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, such as lung damage, yellowed teeth, or even accelerated aging, these habits make quitting difficult. Finding and planning how to deal with these triggers helps you build tolerance over time and stay on track.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Deflect_Cravings\"><\/span><b>Deflect Cravings<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>Smoking withdrawal symptoms<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> such as irritability, cravings, and restlessness are common in the early stages of quitting. These are all signs of nicotine withdrawal. Most of the time, these symptoms worsen in the first week and then get better over time. It can help you do something else or quickly walk when craving. It&#8217;s important to keep your hands and mind busy during hard times.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Smoke_Less_with_Healthy_Options\"><\/span><b>Smoke Less with Healthy Options<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Don&#8217;t smoke; give your mouth something else to do. You can fight the urge by drinking water, chewing sugar-free gum, or eating crunchy veggies. Changing the bad habit to a good one makes stopping easier to keep up.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Avoid_%E2%80%9CJust_One%E2%80%9D_Thinking\"><\/span><b>Avoid \u201cJust One\u201d Thinking<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Some people might think that having one cigarette won&#8217;t hurt them. But even light smoking can harm your health and make you more likely to start smoking again. Follow through with your plan. You might not realise how much even small amounts can change your body.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Deal_with_Stress_Without_Tobacco\"><\/span><b>Deal with Stress Without Tobacco<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">A lot of smokers use cigarettes to deal with worry. Find alternative methods of relaxation as part of your plan for <\/span>how to quit smoking<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">. It can help you do yoga, deep breathing, write in a notebook, or listen to soothing music. You&#8217;ll feel better emotionally and physically when you choose healthier ways to deal with stress.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Create_Support_Network\"><\/span><b>Create Support Network<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">A big part of <\/span>quitting smoking day by day<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> is having support. People you know should know about your goals. You could also join a support group, either online or in person. It can also help people get counseling or therapy, especially with medicine. Long-term success is more likely if you have people to turn to when things go wrong.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Think_About_Prescriptions\"><\/span><b>Think About Prescriptions<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Prescription drugs like varenicline and bupropion can help lower cravings and ease the signs of withdrawal. These treatments don&#8217;t have nicotine in them; instead, they change how the brain reacts to nicotine. Talk to your doctor about what will work best for your trip. Remember that better breathing, more energy, clearer skin, and even better sleep are all <\/span>benefits of quitting smoking<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Reasons_to_Stay_Motivated\"><\/span><b>Reasons to Stay Motivated<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Please write down why you want to quit and then read them repeatedly. These reasons will keep you going, whether it&#8217;s to protect your loved ones from second hand smoke, save money, or feel better.\u00a0\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><strong>Read More: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.healthkart.com\/connect\/diseases-caused-by-smoking-everyday-in-hindi\/\">Side Effects of Smoking<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Conclusion\"><\/span><b>Conclusion<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">It&#8217;s not easy to quit, especially when you have strong physical urges and mental ties to the habit. Some people believe that smoking helps control appetite. Regain your health one step at a time by committing to learning how to quit smoking today.<\/span><\/p>\n<style>#sp-ea-54612 .spcollapsing { height: 0; overflow: hidden; transition-property: height;transition-duration: 300ms;}.sp-easy-accordion-enabled .eap_section_title_54612, body .eap_section_title_54612 { color: #444; margin-bottom:  30px; }#sp-ea-54612.sp-easy-accordion>.sp-ea-single {margin-bottom: 10px; border: 1px solid #e2e2e2; }#sp-ea-54612.sp-easy-accordion>.sp-ea-single>.ea-header a {color: #444;}#sp-ea-54612.sp-easy-accordion>.sp-ea-single>.sp-collapse>.ea-body {background: #fff; color: #444;}#sp-ea-54612.sp-easy-accordion>.sp-ea-single {background: #eee;}#sp-ea-54612.sp-easy-accordion>.sp-ea-single>.ea-header a .ea-expand-icon { float: left; color: #444;font-size: 16px;}a.collapsed {\r\n    color: #212326 !important;\r\n}<\/style><h2 class=\"eap_section_title eap_section_title_54612\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Frequently_Asked_Questions_Related_to_Quitting_Smoking\"><\/span>Frequently Asked Questions Related to Quitting Smoking<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2><div id=\"sp_easy_accordion-1776513077\"><div id=\"sp-ea-54612\" class=\"sp-ea-one sp-easy-accordion\" data-ea-active=\"ea-click\" data-ea-mode=\"vertical\" data-preloader=\"\" data-scroll-active-item=\"0\" data-offset-to-scroll=\"0\"><div class=\"ea-card sp-ea-single\"><h3 class=\"ea-header\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Q1_How_to_stop_smoking\"><\/span><a class=\"collapsed\" id=\"ea-header-546120\" role=\"button\" data-sptoggle=\"spcollapse\" data-sptarget=\"#collapse546120\" aria-controls=\"collapse546120\" href=\"#\" aria-expanded=\"false\" tabindex=\"0\"><i aria-hidden=\"true\" role=\"presentation\" class=\"ea-expand-icon eap-icon-ea-expand-plus\"><\/i> Q1. How to stop smoking?<\/a><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3><div class=\"sp-collapse spcollapse spcollapse\" id=\"collapse546120\" data-parent=\"#sp-ea-54612\" role=\"region\" aria-labelledby=\"ea-header-546120\"> <div class=\"ea-body\"><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Instead of smoking, try chewing on apples, carrots, pickles, celery, sugar-free gum, or hard candy. <\/span><\/p><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"ea-card sp-ea-single\"><h3 class=\"ea-header\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Q2_Does_smoking_cause_hair_loss\"><\/span><a class=\"collapsed\" id=\"ea-header-546121\" role=\"button\" data-sptoggle=\"spcollapse\" data-sptarget=\"#collapse546121\" aria-controls=\"collapse546121\" href=\"#\" aria-expanded=\"false\" tabindex=\"0\"><i aria-hidden=\"true\" role=\"presentation\" class=\"ea-expand-icon eap-icon-ea-expand-plus\"><\/i> Q2. Does smoking cause hair loss?<\/a><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3><div class=\"sp-collapse spcollapse spcollapse\" id=\"collapse546121\" data-parent=\"#sp-ea-54612\" role=\"region\" aria-labelledby=\"ea-header-546121\"> <div class=\"ea-body\"><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Yes, research has shown that it can hurt hair cells and make hair loss worse faster.<\/span><\/p><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"ea-card sp-ea-single\"><h3 class=\"ea-header\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Q3_What_happens_when_you_quit_smoking\"><\/span><a class=\"collapsed\" id=\"ea-header-546122\" role=\"button\" data-sptoggle=\"spcollapse\" data-sptarget=\"#collapse546122\" aria-controls=\"collapse546122\" href=\"#\" aria-expanded=\"false\" tabindex=\"0\"><i aria-hidden=\"true\" role=\"presentation\" class=\"ea-expand-icon eap-icon-ea-expand-plus\"><\/i> Q3. What happens when you quit smoking?<\/a><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3><div class=\"sp-collapse spcollapse spcollapse\" id=\"collapse546122\" data-parent=\"#sp-ea-54612\" role=\"region\" aria-labelledby=\"ea-header-546122\"> <div class=\"ea-body\"><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">In just a few days, your blood pressure will go down, your lungs will work better, and you'll be able to taste again.<\/span><\/p><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"ea-card sp-ea-single\"><h3 class=\"ea-header\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Q4_Does_smoking_cause_weight_loss_in_a_healthy_way\"><\/span><a class=\"collapsed\" id=\"ea-header-546123\" role=\"button\" data-sptoggle=\"spcollapse\" data-sptarget=\"#collapse546123\" aria-controls=\"collapse546123\" href=\"#\" aria-expanded=\"false\" tabindex=\"0\"><i aria-hidden=\"true\" role=\"presentation\" class=\"ea-expand-icon eap-icon-ea-expand-plus\"><\/i> Q4. Does smoking cause weight loss in a healthy way?<\/a><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3><div class=\"sp-collapse spcollapse spcollapse\" id=\"collapse546123\" data-parent=\"#sp-ea-54612\" role=\"region\" aria-labelledby=\"ea-header-546123\"> <div class=\"ea-body\"><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Absolutely not\u2014smoking may suppress appetite but it\u2019s not at all a healthy or safe way to\u00a0 choose weight loss. <\/span><\/p><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"ea-card sp-ea-single\"><h3 class=\"ea-header\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Q5_How_many_years_of_smoking_causes_cancer\"><\/span><a class=\"collapsed\" id=\"ea-header-546124\" role=\"button\" data-sptoggle=\"spcollapse\" data-sptarget=\"#collapse546124\" aria-controls=\"collapse546124\" href=\"#\" aria-expanded=\"false\" tabindex=\"0\"><i aria-hidden=\"true\" role=\"presentation\" class=\"ea-expand-icon eap-icon-ea-expand-plus\"><\/i> Q5. How many years of smoking causes cancer?<\/a><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3><div class=\"sp-collapse spcollapse spcollapse\" id=\"collapse546124\" data-parent=\"#sp-ea-54612\" role=\"region\" aria-labelledby=\"ea-header-546124\"> <div class=\"ea-body\"><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">There isn't a specific number of years of smoking that guarantees cancer<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">. But this is for sure - it is injurious for your health.<\/span><\/p><\/div><\/div><\/div><script type=\"application\/ld+json\">{ \"@context\": \"https:\/\/schema.org\", \"@type\": \"FAQPage\", \"@id\": \"sp-ea-schema-54612-69e37035ac4ca\", \"mainEntity\": [{ \"@type\": \"Question\", \"name\": \"Q1. How to stop smoking?\", \"acceptedAnswer\": { \"@type\": \"Answer\", \"text\": \"Instead of smoking, try chewing on apples, carrots, pickles, celery, sugar-free gum, or hard candy.\" } },{ \"@type\": \"Question\", \"name\": \"Q2. 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