I have too much stress in my life to quit right now. Maybe another time would be better. But remember that you, like all other people, will always be under some kind of stress. Waiting to be stress-free before trying to quit smoking may just be an excuse for not facing your nicotine addiction. I can't quit smoking because I'll gain weight, and that's bad for my health, too.
Some people actually lose weight.
If they do gain weight, most people gain only 5 to 10 pounds, which is much less of a health risk than smoking. Exercise and eating low-fat foods can help you keep from gaining too much weight. This handout provides a general overview on this topic and may not apply to everyone. To find out if this handout applies to you and to get more information on this subject, talk to your family doctor. Visit familydoctor.org for information on this and many other health-related topics.