Worried about weight gain

[carolinet1974]

I've always had a weight problem I gain it then I lose it. I seem to be an all or nothing type of person I am either really strict and have amazing willpower or the opposite and want to eat all the time.

Well at the moment I'm trying to eat healthy during the week and have treats at the weekend but since stopping smoking 4 days ago all I want to do is eat ☹️

It's hard to have willpower watching what you eat when I'm using all my willpower stopping smoking.

Any ideas?

[Veteran250]

Morning Caroline, most ex smokers put on weight when they stop smoking, but don't worry about it because it will eventually drop off again and level itself out. 🌹

[NewKaren 13 MONTHS WINNER]

Hi Caroline 👋👋

OMG... yes... early on the urge to eat lots is really high. You end up feeling like Augustus Gloop 😂😂

Don't worry about the weight too much at the moment, concentrate on the Quit for now. Of course, have a good supply of healthy snacks around, or consider upping the excercise a bit, but hey, if only a cake will do, have cake 🍰, it's certainly better than a cigarette.

Keep going strong 💪🏻

Karen xxx

[Veteran250 in reply to NewKaren]

Morning my lovely, seeing you brightens my day. 🌹

[carolinet1974 7 MONTH WINNER in reply to NewKaren]

Thanks Karen x

[jess-secondtimelucky 15 Month Winner]

When I gave up, I did put on weight, but I always had the idea in my head that I could lose it again as soon as I have cracked the stopping smoking!

And that is what I have done! So please don't worry too much about your weight, put your full energy and willpower into giving up as that will give you your best chance, and then tackle the weight issue when you feel ready!

Wishing you all the luck and willpower in the world 😀

[carolinet1974 7 MONTH WINNER in reply to jess-secondtimelucky]

Thanks jess will do x

[glolin LONG TERM WINNER]

Putting on weight whenquitting smoking is very common and normal as our metabolism is quicker as a smoker. Being prepared with healthy options on hand can help.

Don't worry too much if you gain a little as you can lose it later when you have your quit Under control 😀😀

I got myself a pedometer early in my quit and challenged myself initially to walk 8000 steps each day and slowly increased it.

Stay strong and good luck 🍀🍀🚭🚭

[carolinet1974 7 MONTH WINNER]

Thanks to you all for all your help x

[Tamian LONG TERM WINNER]

I put on 30 pounds after quitting. It's almost inevitable. You have four strikes against you even if nothing else changes.

1) Your body is no longer using calories to burn up the toxins.

2) Your body is no long on a stimulant, so your metabolism will be slower.

3) Everything will begin to smell and taste better.

4) And, if that's not bad enough, you now have nothing to do with your hands and mouth.

It's a recipe for weight gain. It's not your fault. Don't let that be the thing that turns you back to the dark side. Yes, you will probably gain weight. And it's ok. It's only temporary. You may end up slightly plumper, but in FAR better health.

Try to make good food choices, sip a LOT of water through a straw (hand mouth thing) and get out and exercise a bit more to help keep it at a minimum.

[carolinet1974 7 MONTH WINNER in reply to Tamian]

Thank you for your support it has certainly helped x