Do you intend to quit smoking this year? On the right track! This can be quite difficult, especially now that the difficult weeks are approaching. To increase the chance of success, there are several tools available that you can use. In this article we will give you more information about these tools and how they work.
1. Nicotine gum
One of the most popular aids is nicotine gum. With this chewing gum you still get nicotine, which can alleviate your withdrawal symptoms.
This way you can first ensure that you break the habit of lighting up a cigarette. This can often be very difficult. Is the habit out of your system? Then you can then take the step to also give up nicotine chewing gum.
2. Nicotine patches
Nicotine patches work according to the same principle: you still get the addictive substance. You apply a plaster directly to your skin. The skin then gradually absorbs the nicotine, which can help you control your craving for a cigarette.
3. Nicotine mouth spray
A nicotine mouth spray can help you quickly relieve your smoking cravings. Because you spray it directly into your mouth, the oral mucosa immediately absorbs the substance. This usually only takes about 30 seconds after the first spray, although you may need a second spray to reduce the drag.
4. Help from a quit coach
Do you find it difficult to keep quitting? Then you can seek help with this. For example, talk to your GP so that he or she can refer you to a counselor.
You can receive guidance through help from a coach or group training. Together you make a quit plan and keep track of milestones. You will also receive some extra support when you tend to fall back into old habits. This way you are not alone!
Keeping good intentions
At the beginning of January you may have still looked at your New Year’s resolution with fresh courage. But if you feel hopeless around Blue Monday, don’t give up! With the help of the above tools, you can ensure that your resolutions really follow through this year. Find the help that suits you so that you are not alone and hopefully it becomes easier to keep quitting.
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