Smoking suppresses your appetite. When you give it up, your appetite returns to normal, thereby making you hungrier than before. You can fight cigarette cravings by:Trying out nicotine replacements. Avoiding places or crowds that may increase your urge to smoke.Chewing on sugarless gum or sucking on some fresh candy to distract yourself. Stopping smoking altogether.Practicing relaxation. Staying physically active.Reminding yourself of the benefits of giving up on smoking.