Some smokers refuse to quit smoking because they're afraid that they'll gain weight. Other people have quit smoking, only to start again after gaining some weight. We sometimes tell ourselves that we're better off smoking. The truth is, we are never better off smoking. We can quit smoking and control our weight, as well.
Food looks and tastes better.
We snack more frequently in order to deal with the stress of quitting smoking. Many of us develop a craving for sweets after quitting smoking. Knowing why we might gain weight will help us plan ways to avoid, or deal with, weight gain. Most people who quit smoking only gain an average of five to seven pounds. It is possible to stop smoking and still maintain a desirable weight.