I've just quit smoking,and I'm useing commit lozengers but I'm still having bad craving's and I feel like I'm going to lose my mind.do'es anyone have a suggestion on how to fight the craving with out eating i use to weight 450 pounds and I'm scared of gaing weight back
Keep on visiting different pages on Ex. There are lots and lots of crave busting techniques you can try. The main object is to distract yourself. Not easy, I know. Like saying don't think of a white elephant and then that's all you think about. I also suggest taking up something new, that you've never done before because it helps to focus the mind on something OTHER than smoking. You want something that challenges your brain.
And if you must eat, eat low calorie stuff. I munched on heads of lettuce like a was a rabbit.
Hang in.
What I did was: I planned on rejoining my gym and working out again. That keeps me very busy and you feel great afterwards. Just plan on going for 10 minutes or even 5. If you dont like it you can walk back out but chances are you will stay longer. Plan your next day's meals the day before. Break your day up into 6 smaller, healthier meals starting with a low-cal, low fat breakfast. The planning of your meals keeps your mind busy and takes some time and breaking meals up into 6 times a day will keep you full and keep your metabolism high. Email me or contact me for some ideas on this. I'm new to it and learning more each day. I go to the gym everyday and I have never been one of those "gym types" - trust me. But I"m now doing it SUCCESSFULLY. Good luck! (I am 19 days smoke free today).
Sounds familiar. I recommend anything that involves physical activity. It provides an outlet for the anxiety and naturally elevates your mood. I was actually able to quit smoking and lose 50 pounds that way. Let me know how it goes.
Dave
Quit the Commit ~ all it's doing is feeding your cravings. You are in a constant state of withdrawal as long as you keep putting nicotine into your body. You need to concentrate on getting all of the nicotine out of your system. Wash it away with WATER....CRANBERRY JUICE....and GREEN TEA.....I hope you can quit the nicotine. Take care....
You're doing GREAT! Thanks for showing the way!!