How to Quit Smoking: Without Gaining Weight - Paperback

by Martin Katahn (Author), Margaret Wagner (Author)

Follow Dr. Katahn's advice and kick the nicotine habit without adding those extra pounds--guaranteed. He presents a safe, simple program based on the latest scientific research in metabolism, biochemistry, and smoking cessation. He shows which method of quitting is best suited to your personal situation, which exercises have lasting calorie burning effects, and how eating the right foods will increase your metabolic rate to compensate for the lack of nicotine.

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Everyone knows the grim statistics on smoking...so what's your excuse for not quitting? If you are like millions of other Americans, the weight gain associated with quitting may be the major factor. If so, this book can help you change your life. Martin Katahn explains the metabolic changes that occur and cause weight gain when smokers quit (which is why calorie-cutting diets don't work). He presents a safe, simple program based on the latest scientific research in metabolism, biochemistry, and smoking cessation. Find out which method of quitting is best suited to you, which exercises have lasting calorie-burning effects, how eating the right foods can help, and how to use safe over-the-counter and prescription drugs.