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Tips to help you quit smokingNicotine is a chemical that affects the heart rate, blood pressure, the brain, and other important body functions. When you smoke, the brain and nervous system become dependent on the presence of this chemical. This is addiction. It's thought about 90 percent of all smokers are physically addicted to nicotine. This means that when they stop using tobacco products they experience withdrawal symptoms, such as intense cigarette cravings, sleep disturbances, irritability and increased appetite. They're the physical reasons why it's so hard to stop. There are also the psychological withdrawal symptoms. For example, if when you get stressed you automatically reach for a cigarette, not doing so simply feels strange, as if something is missing. It's a habit, and habits are hard to break. Giving up is hard, but it's not impossible - and you can do it. A key success factor for the coming month will be getting through 'difficult' times. It will stand you in good stead to begin think about some of the times and situations when you need a cigarette most. First thing in the morning? Waiting for the bus? Coffee break? With lunch or dinner? In the pub? Know your vulnerabilities! Do other people in your household smoke? How will you deal with smokers around you either at home or at work? If you know that you won't be able to pass up a cigarette do what you can to avoid the situation. If you would like a helping hand to 'Kiss it goodbye', simply follow the stop smoking tips below. ContactsFind out how Bupa Health Screening can help to assess the impact of smoking on your health and suggest ways to help you stop.
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Bupa Heartbeat members can receive individual help and support giving up smoking. Click here for more information about Bupa Heartbeat. In addition, there are many health factsheets on this website which deal with a range of issues, including smoking related diseases and conditions - click here to search. Useful linksHere are some more sites that can offer helpful information about quitting smoking.
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