Cigarette smoking is probably the most important preventable cause of death in the United States. Weight gain is a common reason for not trying to quit smoking. Weight change after smoking cessation appears to be influenced by some genetic factors. The mechanism of weight gain after smoking cessation includes increased food intake, decreased resting metabolic rate and less physical activity.
Nicotine containing gum products appear to delay weight gain following smoking cessation. Interestingly, a study in women showed that use of nicotine containing gum and a low calorie diet prevented weight gain and improved likelihood of not smoking again.
So, stop smoking and use a nicotine containing gum under the guidance of a doctor and reduce your caloric intake - all of these will increase your likelihood of succeeding.
