Answer Upon - How to Quit Smoking...Without Gaining Weight

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  Beware of Network Marketing Scams
  Some companies claim a huge payout percentage. Buyer beware! If a company pays out too much in commissions, chances are great that it'll go belly up or be forced to make major revisions.Companies advertising high payouts frequently can do so because they know that few distributors reach those deeper levels or sales volumes high enough to earn the special bonuses.Bonuses are paid on matching volume. This means if you have $2000 in your left leg and $3000 in your right leg, you will be paid on $2000 from each leg. The remaining $1000 from the right leg should carry forward to the next pay period. Stay away from companies that start you from zero each pay period and do not carry forward.In evaluating a compensation plan, it is preferable to choose one that: pays a weekly commission has reachable sales volume levels does not promise '80%' payouts has highest payouts on levels 3 and 4 if it is a breakaway or matrix plan carries forward any unbalanced volume Don't try to distribute for more tan one company at a time, even if they are in non-competing industries. You lose credibility with potential prospects. You also halve your time and your effectiveness, which results in half of what you might otherwise have earned. You will need to determine if the company has a compensation plan where anyone has the ability to make money, not just those at the top. Ask yourself these questions: Can I earn a check within a short amount of time? Will I be compensated for unbalanced volume in the future? Is this
  Not everyone gains weight when they stop smoking, but the average weight gain is about 10 pounds.  Weight gain is more likely when someone has smoked for 10 to 20 years or smokes a pack or more a day.  Water retention may cause a deceptive weight gain of up to 5 pounds in the week after quitting smoking, but this is not a real weight gain, and your body will go back to normal.

  Even if you do gain weight when you quit smoking, the health risks of smoking are far greater…you would have to gain over 150 pounds to make your health risks as high as when you smoked.

  The most important components of preventing weight gain when you quit smoking are:
  
  1. Physical activity

  • To prevent weight gain at this time, you need to become more physically active.  Beginning to increase your physical activity before you quit smoking may remind you how much smoking slows you down, when you have trouble breathing or start to cough during exercise.
  • Becoming physically active will not only help you control your weight, but will also give you more energy, improve your health, take your mind off smoking, and help relieve the stress and moodiness that may occur as a result of withdrawal from nicotine.
  • Try to do at least 30 minutes of physical activities on most days, even if it is in a few shorter increments.  Physical activity does not have to be planned exercise; it may include taking the stairs, mowing the lawn, or playing with children.

  2. Healthy eating

  • Improving your eating habits gradually can help prevent weight gain, as well as help you feel better as you quit smoking.  But changing too much too quickly can increase the stress you feel as you try to quit smoking.  Eating a variety of foods each day is a good start, and eating regularly so you never get too hungry.
  • To prevent extra snacking as a result of quitting smoking, do not try to quit smoking during a stressful period.  This can cause extra stress that can lead to extra snacking, especially over the holidays when more food is around, or relapsing back into smoking to cope with the stress.

  3. Managing cravings

  • Once you stop smoking, it is important to learn how to reduce your cravings for both cigarettes and food.  A craving only lasts about 5 minutes.  If you can distract yourself for 5 minutes, the craving will usually pass.
  • Replace smoking with other activities that occupy your hands and your mouth.  Snack on fruit or chewing gum to satisfy any sweet cravings.  Keep your hands busy with doodling, crossword puzzles, knitting, or twirling a straw, pen, or pencil.
  • Drink less caffeine; although you may think it will make you feel better, caffeine can worsen the jittery nervous feeling that may accompany nicotine withdrawal.
  • Get enough sleep; when you are tired, you are more likely to crave cigarettes and food.
  • Remember H.A.L.T.– never let yourself get too Hungry, Angry, Lonely or Tired. 
  • Reduce tension by meditating, taking a walk or a bath, or taking deep breaths.  Find something that will replace smoking as a way to relax and do it consistently.
  • Get support and encouragement; talk to a friend when you get the urge to smoke; talk about something other than smoking. 
  • Make a list of when and where you are most tempted to smoke, and list healthy activities you can substitute when you have the urge.  Try not to do things that tempt you to smoke, such as drinking or socializing in a bar, or tempt you to eat when you’re not hungry, such as bringing a bag of chips in front of the television. 
  • If you are struggling or anxious about trying to quit smoking, talk to your doctor about nicotine replacement such as nicotine gum or a nicotine patch.  These can help prevent a relapse, and nicotine gum has been shown to reduce weight gain.

  4. Positive attitude

  • As you focus on quitting smoking and healing your body, your exercise and eating goals will become easier.  When you quit smoking, you can breathe and get around more easily, and nutritious foods such as fruits and vegetables taste better when you are not smoking.
  • Try to stay positive, and try not to panic about modest weight gain; if you do gain weight, your healthy habits will help you lose the weight once your body gets back to normal.  If you need more guidance, talk to your doctor or dietitian.
  • Be confident that you are making a healthy choice!  Your whole body will thank you!
    

  Jessica Setnick is a registered dietitian in Dallas, Texas who travels the world spreading nutrition wisdom. As an accomplished speaker and writer, Jessica’s passion is promoting a positive relationship with food and eating as a key component of a healthy and happy life. Find out more or contact Jessica to speak at your event by visiting her website at www.understandingnutrition.com. © 2004 Permission is granted to reprint this article in print or on your web site so long as the paragraph above is included and contact information is provided to www.understandingnutrition.com. Article Source: http://EzineArticles.com/?expert=Jessica_Setnick

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    When you are considering a work at home business opportunity you need to know how to choose the right one for you. There are a lot of businesses available to you, and it can sometimes be overwhelming to choose between them. Also, there are scams to look out for and skill considerations. So how does a person sort through all of the factors to find the right work at home business opportunity?First, it is important to find a work at home business opportunity that works with what you love. What is the point of starting a sales-based business if you hate selling? There is very little point, because you probably will not succeed if you do not like what you are doing. It is too easy to get bored and disconnected from your job. So your first task is to discover what you love.Once you know what your passions are, then you can look into finding a work at home business opportunity that fits with at least one of those passions. There are all kinds of businesses available from sales to writing to data entry that can all be conducted from home. Some require a lot of customer service and contact and others require only the use of e-mail and minimal contact with people. The choice is yours.After you narrow down the businesses, you also need to look closely at your skills and see which work at home business opportunity fits with your skill level. If you are a brand new entrepreneur, you may want to go with a pre-made business that comes with a lot of training. Or you may want to create your own business from scratch if you have the knowledge and skills to do so. Start off by listing your skills and seeing what you will
    ng.  But changing too much too quickly can increase the stress you feel as you try to quit smoking.  Eating a variety of foods each day is a good start, and eating regularly so you never get too hungry.
  • To prevent extra snacking as a result of quitting smoking, do not try to quit smoking during a stressful period.  This can cause extra stress that can lead to extra snacking, especially over the holidays when more food is around, or relapsing back into smoking to cope with the stress.

  3. Managing cravings

  • Once you stop smoking, it is important to learn how to reduce your cravings for both cigarettes and food.  A craving only lasts about 5 minutes.  If you can distract yourself for 5 minutes, the craving will usually pass.
  • Replace smoking with other activities that occupy your hands and your mouth.  Snack on fruit or chewing gum to satisfy any sweet cravings.  Keep your hands busy with doodling, crossword puzzles, knitting, or twirling a straw, pen, or pencil.
  • Drink less caffeine; although you may think it will make you feel better, caffeine can worsen the jittery nervous feeling that may accompany nicotine withdrawal.
  • Get enough sleep; when you are tired, you are more likely to crave cigarettes and food.
  • Remember H.A.L.T.– never let yourself get too Hungry, Angry, Lonely or Tired. 
  • Reduce tension by meditating, taking a walk or a bath, or taking deep breaths.  Find something that will replace smoking as a way to relax and do it consistently.
  • Get support and encouragement; talk to a friend when you get the urge to smoke; talk about something other than smoking. 
  • Make a list of when and where you are most tempted to smoke, and list healthy activities you can substitute when you have the urge.  Try not to do things that tempt you to smoke, such as drinking or socializing in a bar, or tempt you to eat when you’re not hungry, such as bringing a bag of chips in front of the television. 
  • If you are struggling or anxious about trying to quit smoking, talk to your doctor about nicotine replacement such as nicotine gum or a nicotine patch.  These can help prevent a relapse, and nicotine gum has been shown to reduce weight gain.

  4. Positive attitude

  • As you focus on quitting smoking and healing your body, your exercise and eating goals will become easier.  When you quit smoking, you can breathe and get around more easily, and nutritious foods such as fruits and vegetables taste better when you are not smoking.
  • Try to stay positive, and try not to panic about modest weight gain; if you do gain weight, your healthy habits will help you lose the weight once your body gets back to normal.  If you need more guidance, talk to your doctor or dietitian.
  • Be confident that you are making a healthy choice!  Your whole body will thank you!
    

  Jessica Setnick is a registered dietitian in Dallas, Texas who travels the world spreading nutrition wisdom. As an accomplished speaker and writer, Jessica’s passion is promoting a positive relationship with food and eating as a key component of a healthy and happy life. Find out more or contact Jessica to speak at your event by visiting her website at www.understandingnutrition.com. © 2004 Permission is granted to reprint this article in print or on your web site so long as the paragraph above is included and contact information is provided to www.understandingnutrition.com. Article Source: http://EzineArticles.com/?expert=Jessica_Setnick

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    moking. 
  • Make a list of when and where you are most tempted to smoke, and list healthy activities you can substitute when you have the urge.  Try not to do things that tempt you to smoke, such as drinking or socializing in a bar, or tempt you to eat when you’re not hungry, such as bringing a bag of chips in front of the television. 
  • If you are struggling or anxious about trying to quit smoking, talk to your doctor about nicotine replacement such as nicotine gum or a nicotine patch.  These can help prevent a relapse, and nicotine gum has been shown to reduce weight gain.

  4. Positive attitude

  • As you focus on quitting smoking and healing your body, your exercise and eating goals will become easier.  When you quit smoking, you can breathe and get around more easily, and nutritious foods such as fruits and vegetables taste better when you are not smoking.
  • Try to stay positive, and try not to panic about modest weight gain; if you do gain weight, your healthy habits will help you lose the weight once your body gets back to normal.  If you need more guidance, talk to your doctor or dietitian.
  • Be confident that you are making a healthy choice!  Your whole body will thank you!
    

  Jessica Setnick is a registered dietitian in Dallas, Texas who travels the world spreading nutrition wisdom. As an accomplished speaker and writer, Jessica’s passion is promoting a positive relationship with food and eating as a key component of a healthy and happy life. Find out more or contact Jessica to speak at your event by visiting her website at www.understandingnutrition.com. © 2004 Permission is granted to reprint this article in print or on your web site so long as the paragraph above is included and contact information is provided to www.understandingnutrition.com. Article Source: http://EzineArticles.com/?expert=Jessica_Setnick

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