Originally Posted by
Cyril
Here are a couple of observations:
You will gain weight. I think your metabolism slows and you have the urge to stuff your face to squelch the cravings. Even if you keep your caloric intake at the same level as you did while smoking, you will gain weight. This phase will last about a year. After that you will gain and lose weight as you always have.
Just be prepared for that and go with it...don't fight it. I know too many people who were distressed at the initial weight gain and went back to smoking.
Good luck!
Cyril
Good advice for sure! I consciencely ate less and still gained 10 lbs. After one year the ten lbs is still there, but stable. I will work at getting rid of that now.
I live with Type2 diabetes and my blood sugars are a little lower overall, with much lower spikes.
"Cigarette money" nows supports my "bicycle addiction".