Everybody knows how hard it is to quit smoking. Even people who have never smoked understand the tremendous amount of willpower and drive it takes to actually quit smoking for good.

One of the most overbearing symptoms of quitting smoking is the withdrawal symptoms. Withdrawal symptoms can be in the form of anxiety, cravings, irritability, difficulty in concentrating and a sheer ‘want’ to have nicotine. And they can be sheer hell!

The good news is that there are many ways to quit smoking, you just need to find out which one will work best for you. You might have to end up trying them all, but if you eventually find one that works for you and you give up smoking for life, then the trials and tribulations will be worth while.

Let’s take a look at six different successful ways to quit smoking.

1) Stop Smoking Aids

Nicotine patches, gum, lozenges, nasal sprays, and inhalers are all aids to help alleviate the cravings of nicotine.

Let’s take nicotine patches for example. They are designed to deliver a small amount of nicotine to your bloodstream, satisfying your nicotine cravings - without the dangerous tars and poisonous gases found in cigarettes. This is a very convenient and easy way to help you reduce your cravings while trying to give up nicotine.

2) Hypnotherapy

A growing trend nowadays is to get hypnotherapy to help quit smoking. By all accounts, hypnotherapy is one of the most successful ways to quit smoking. The reason being is that by using hypnotherapy to stop smoking, you effectively eliminate the cause of the bad habit right at the source, the subconscious mind.

3) Alternative Therapies

As stated above, we are trying to find ways to help you control your cravings and relax you while trying to give up smoking. Many people endure the thought of alternative therapies to help counteract these symptoms. The most popular therapies being acupuncture, aromatherapy, and meditation.

4) Willpower

Willpower is a state of the mind and it always seems to be easier said than done. Just the decision to actually take the step to give up smoking is a tribulation of willpower in itself. But can you carry on along the whole road of smoking cessation with willpower alone? You definitely have to be permanently in the ‘right frame of mind’ to stop smoking with willpower and sheer determination alone. But it can be done!

5) Counselling

Sometimes your willpower needs a boost and counselling is great for behavioural support. You can either have one-to-one counselling sessions, or feel that you would get the best support from a group meeting with like-minded people. You can find private, government and charitable organisations that offer smoking cessation support.

6) Prescription Only Medicine

Prescription only medicine is available from your doctor to help you quit smoking. These medicines for smoking cessation are only available through your GP, so you should make an appointment and talk about your needs.

There you have it. These are the top ways to quit smoking and all are successful in themselves, depending on each individual. So why not give one a try and see if it can work for you. If not, try another one. The main thing is not to give up.

Good Luck!

Claire Bowes is a successful writer and owner of many websites including Quit Smoking Help where you can find further advice and information.

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Are you a smoker who is scheduled to have surgery? No matter what kind of surgery you are having, your health will suffer if you decide to smoke for several weeks before and after your surgery. As difficult as it is, if you are going to have surgery, you should seriously consider quitting for your health.

Smoking and Surgery: What Can Go Wrong

There are a number of complications, risks, and potential infections that can develop as a result of smoking pre- or post-surgery. What exactly can go wrong? Here’s a run-down on the most common and serious complications that can arise as a result of smoking pre- or post-surgery:

Wound Infection. One of the most common complications that can occur if you smoke is wound infection. Smoking, in effect, steals oxygen from cells that are in the process of healing. Smoking is a risk factor for wound infection in almost any kind of surgery. Researchers have found that smokers continue smoking before surgery are at a much higher risk of developing wounds that do not heal properly.

Cardiopulmonary complications. Tobacco smoke is very hard on the heart, lungs, and the entire immune system. If you are scheduled for any type of heart surgery, it is imperative that you quit smoking for at least six weeks before your surgery.

Vasoconstriction. Vasoconstriction refers to the shrinking of the small blood vessels. Many heavy smokers are apt to experience vasoconstriction because smoking steals available oxygen from cells. When this happens, the small blood vessels shrink and the amount of hemoglobin that is needed to move oxygen from one part of the body to another. Smoking also interferes with other chemicals that let the body release enough oxygen to the cells.

Post-surgery complications are greater for smokers. Scientists at Bispebjerg University Hospital in Denmark found that patients who quit smoking before surgery were significantly less likely to develop complications post-surgery. The researchers found that, on average, patients who quit smoking pre-surgery were kept in the hospital two days less than those who kept smoking before their surgery.

Remember, you should strive to come to surgery with a body that is at its healthiest. The trauma of surgery is hard on your body. Smoking will only make it harder for your body to heal. In some cases, surgeons may even elect not to treat a patient if they are smokers.

Smoking Cessation for Surgery

If you’re a smoker, the best thing you can do for your body prepare for surgery is to quit altogether, or at least reduce dramatically the number of cigarettes you smoke each day. Recent research suggests that smokers stop smoking at least six to eight weeks prior to surgery. Unfortunately, many of the smoking cessation products that would normally be available to smokers are not recommended for those heading into surgery. Nicotine gum and nicotine patches are not advised for surgery patients. The nicotine in the gum acts similarly as cigarette nicotine, interfering with the healing process in much the same manner. Nicotine patches are also dangerous because the flow of nicotine can interfere with the flow of blood.

Many hospitals and clinics offer smoking cessation clinics that help surgery patients stop smoking before their scheduled surgery. Here are a few general guidelines on smoking cessation for surgery.

Stop immediately. If you are scheduled for upcoming surgery, you don’t have time to wean yourself off cigarettes. Most doctors advise that you stop smoking as soon as you are told about your surgery. For many people, the health scare is enough to throw the cigarettes out!

Read up on your surgery. Take the time to learn about your surgery. This will help you stay focused on your health, and the importance of keeping your body in good shape for the surgery. While you don’t have to go into detail, become familiar with the procedure.

Speak to your physician about smoking cessation aids you can use. Many times, surgery patients are unable to use such smoking cessation aids as nicotine gum and the nicotine patch. Find out what options are available for your specific case.

Quit together. Find someone to quit with you. Making the commitment to quit with someone else will help keep you focused on staying cigarette-free. Also, you should strive to maintain a smoke-free household during your recovery. Some doctor’s recommend that all household smokers quit or dramatically reduce smoking during the patient’s recovery period.

Max Taylor’s website, http://quit-smoking.mega-advice.com specializes in Stop Smoking tips, products, and articles. For more information visit his site:Stop Smoking.

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The reality of it all, is that you need that extra -power- to Quit Smoking. Motivation, drive, willpower, stress, over-eating and weight gain. Its all part of it, and at times, overwhelming. Quit Smoking Cigarettes and Cigars all by yourself for long term results. You will have the simple tools at your fingertips instead of a Doogin. Live longer, be Healthier and Happier.

Tobacco is a Natural Herb that has been used over the centuries for the purpose of Healing. Not to be confused with Devils Tobacco Lobelia siphilitica, that when smoked, the toxic leaves cause a hallucinogenic intoxicant effect.

There are over a thousand chemicals that Tobacco Companies put into the processing of the Tobacco you smoke. I dont want to discourage you by listing them here after all; the point is to Quit Smoking. However, have you considered the thousands of dollars Tobacco Companies spend in Insurance to provide you with a luxury? Supply yourself with your own Insurance benefit by Quitting Smoking.

Tobacco not only has a Natural ability for Healing, it also has a Natural ability to be Addictive when consumed internally. Thus, it causes the consumer to want to keep consuming. Thats why Insurance Companies love Tobacco Companies. Of course, not to mention, the hundreds of Addictive additives used in todays current commercial Tobacco products.

If you are worried about gaining weight when you Quit Smoking or in the process thereof, use the 12 Herbs for Safe Weight Loss . It is Natural Cleanser and a Blood Purifier and will help you supplement the elimination of the harsh effects of smoking.

Additional Beneficial Herbs, Apparatuses and Ideas

Catnip: Soothing and relaxing to the system as it relieves tension, nervous disorders and nightmares. Used to stop vomiting and diarrhea. Reduces water retention and helps curb the appetite for smoking.

Echinacea: One of the best cleansers for the Lymphatic System. Drink warm will cleanse the stomach from morbid matter due to smoking. Will also reduce the desire for smoking. Take 1 capsule 3 times a day for 10 days. Rest 7 days. Repeat if desired.

Peppermint: A mild sedative when taken warm before going to bed. Helps restore digestion problems caused by smoking. A strong warm cup acts as a stimulant. Use in the mornings in place of coffee.

A Breathalizer is a good tool to use to increase the effectiveness and strength of your lungs. Use as directed. Initially, they were marketed for swimmers, to increase the strength of their lungs.

When using a breathalyzer, nebulizer or any type of breathing apparatus, you may experience a cold effect in the bronchial region. This is due to the actual proper and/or increase of use of the bronchial system. The mucous will decrease as you increase the use of the breathing apparatus.

To relieve mucous, use the steam bath method. Drape a towel over your head and leaning over steam. Breathe as deeply as you can. Spit out any accumulated mucous. You may want to consider treating yourself to a Mucousless Diet for about a week. You will know when the time is right for it.

To help flush out and dry up the mucous make a Saline Solution. This solution is excellent for any type of ailment where mucous is present.

Using a large stainless steel or glass bowl, add approximately one heaping Tablespoon of Salt to half gallon warm Water. Mix until dissolved. Put the bowel to the side of the sink and hang your head over. Plug one nostril with one hand and cup a large amount of water in the palm of the other. Sniff the Saline Solution up the nose. Do the other nostril the same way. Repeat. This will flush out the mucous through the nose and out the mouth. Sound gross? Fine, suffer then. Dont knock it until you try it.

Drinking copious quantities of water will flush the system. Eat Parsley. Yep, the fresher the better. It is a breath freshener and aids the kidneys when flushing the system.

Eat Licorice. Black or Red makes no difference. Licorice has a -calming the nerves- affect, helps lower Cholesterol and is non-fattening.

Your success in Quitting Smoking using this Herbal Combination will show its Benefits immediately with long term results. Keep it with you anytime you experience dreams of smoking and when the smell lures your senses. A couple drops under your tongue will prove helpful. Your Pocketbook, Insurance Rates, Longevity of your Clothes and Furniture, Hair, Face, Skin and Taste buds will all thank you for it. Enjoy a Healthy Lifestyle by making Healthy Choices.

I grew up learning about the benefits of Herbs and applying them in everyday use. I’ve trained in Master Herbalist Classes by reputable Professors. There is much that Herbs can provide for a Healthy and Happy Life.

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