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jennifer_santolla
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Posted: Wed Dec 26, 2007 7:20 am Post subject: quit smoking 7 months ago and I still feel horrible?

I have to say, quitting smoking is one of the most unhealthy moves i've ever done for myself. I've never felt worse.I get pimples and i've never gotten them beforeI can't go to the toiletI can't loose weight (gained 7 pounds)I can't eat certain foods or i'll gas up in serious paini'm bloated and my belly looks pregnant most of the time. I exercize double now and still can't shift the bloody weight. I eat 1000 calories a day (less then before) I cycle 3 miles a day to work, swim 50 laps 4 times a week. Why can't I get rid of this weight. My clothes are tight, I now have a major hatred twards my body. Or my hadred could be run the fact i'm constantly exercizing and i'm getting no where. I'm a total health freak. I eat heaps of fibre, loads of fruit and vege. Exercize heaps. The only bad thing I did was smoke. But it never made me feel unhealthy. anyone have any ideas on how to stop my crazy body without starting to smoke again?

Gladiator2
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Posted: Wed Dec 26, 2007 7:22 am Post subject:

take pills

JeffyB
Yahoo User

Posted: Wed Dec 26, 2007 7:23 am Post subject:

I think you have othe rmedical issues happening aside from nicotine withdrawl (which should be well over by now). You need to see a doctor.

Muhammad Sufi M
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Posted: Wed Dec 26, 2007 7:25 am Post subject:

just make the moves slowlytake some mints-everybody told you thatjust control your desire to smokenegative thinking that makes you worst just lose it dudeget a girlfriend or busy yourself with something elseyou will feel much bettershare your pain with family and friends.support is importantMay you recover from smoking!!!(~_~)

Santa Pope Hellion
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Posted: Wed Dec 26, 2007 7:26 am Post subject:

Your body thinks it is starving, eating so few calories for as much as you are exercising. The body responds by holding on to as much fat as it can, and may use up muscle instead of fat/energy stores. Add more protein to your diet. That will cause you to lose a few pounds of water weight quickly, and give your body some material to add muscle. Muscle does weigh more than fat, so you may find after time that your weight is the same or more but you fit in your clothes better. Eating yogurt a few times a week is excellent for bowel and digestive problems, with all the biotics in it. Wishing you good health and well-being!

sightlines
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Posted: Wed Dec 26, 2007 7:26 am Post subject:

Yes. GO SEE YOUR DOCTOR. Most of these symptoms probably have nothing to do with you quitting smoking. Especially since you quit 7 months ago. If you convince yourself that all of this is happening because you aren't smoking, you'll just convince yourself to start smoking again which will eventually kill you -- after living a gross, stinky, coughing life.

litl m
Yahoo User

Posted: Wed Dec 26, 2007 7:26 am Post subject:

The lifestyle you are describing is perfect and you should check with your Dr to be sure there is not an obstruction. If not, I personally think you need a detox for the bowels. Your health food store should have a good system for you.

zion
Yahoo User

Posted: Wed Dec 26, 2007 7:32 am Post subject:

Clearly, your body has become physically and emotionally addicted to, or dependent on, nicotine and it is reacting to the stress caused by quitting in many different ways. With the wide range of counseling services, self-help materials, and medicines available today, smokers have more tools than ever to help them quit smoking while perserving their health. Remember, tobacco addiction has both a psychological and a physical component. For most people, the best way to quit will be some combination of medicine, a method to change personal habits, and emotional support.

Ly205
Yahoo User

Posted: Wed Dec 26, 2007 7:32 am Post subject:

That has nothing to do with you quitting smoking. You are eating something that is triggering the weight. Or, you're eating huge amounts late in the evening. Or, you're so stressed out that you're pumping huge amounts of cortisone in your system. Time to see a doctor.

dennis f
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Posted: Wed Dec 26, 2007 7:34 am Post subject:

Hang in there and don't give up!!! You didn't mention a few things that might help like your age, sex, how long and how much you use to smoke. If you're over 40 you're metabolism has changed in the last 10 years. If you're female there are many reasons for being bloated all the time. You can't expect 7 months of healthy living to reverse 10 years of damage. You could be overdoing it on your fiber intake. I recommend seeing your doctor, get a physical, and explain what's going on. you should also seek a dietician that can help you with possible better choices for your diet.

doer
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Posted: Wed Dec 26, 2007 7:36 am Post subject:

Jennifer,It is good that you quit smoking. And that was one of the healthiest moves you made. I am sure, if you had continued smoking for longer, you would have had many more and worse complications than this later. Really. :-)You did not tell us 2 key information. How long you have smoked before you quit it. And how many cigarettes you smoked everyday. See, if you had been a smoker and a bad smoker at that, for a long period, it is quite natural that you get some ill-effects when you stop it. You might have stopped it suddenly, but your body may take time to react to that. Dont get affected or worried by all this, just stick to your decision. Dont ever again start smoking. Instead, you please consult a Doctor. I am sure he or she would help you. IIn the meanwhile, make sure you drink plenty of water everyday. Let it detox your body, water is the best and simplest detox agent. It will also help you control your weight. It will also help you since you exercise a lot. Also dont exercise too much, that also can affect you badly and give ill-effects. You will be fine soon. I am sure. Take care, All the best..Wish You A Very Happy New Year..

kcbob
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Posted: Wed Dec 26, 2007 7:39 am Post subject:

The cessation of your smoking is not your problem.Everyone feels badly when they lose something they love.Think about it(or don't),then go on a reasonable diet exercise,get a good physical,begin using your mind,not abusing your body!Read.Start a business,maybe go back to school.If all else fails;take up sex-you may find that to be a great confort to you.NEVER smoke again!!!

rcsi student
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Posted: Wed Dec 26, 2007 7:42 am Post subject:

You are probably still experiencing withdrawal symptoms.Whatever you do DON'T SMOKE AGAIN!!!This is probably related to your metabolism/metabolic rate etc, I recommend consulting your GP or nutritionist.They would run a few tests and recommend you a certain diet.

KIZIAH
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Posted: Wed Dec 26, 2007 7:54 am Post subject:

Whatever you do, don't start smoking again. I'm 64 years old and have smoked most of my adult life. I can't walk to the mailbox and back without getting short of breath. When I get a cold, I feel so bad and have such shortness of breath I think I'm going to die from it. I wish I had quit years ago when it would have done me some good respiratory wise.You may need to have your thyroid checked if you're having trouble controlling your weight--get a thorough check-up. I think starting smoking again will only add to your troubles. The thing is, the damage that it causes is slow and insidious--you don't notice any bad effects until it's too late. Take my word for it, smoking or not smoking is not your problem. If you've managed to quit, count yourself lucky. And give your body time to adapt to the change--just stay with your exercise program.I finally was able to quit using the new medication Chantix. I have quit coughing all the time and feel somewhat better. I also am glad to not have to worry about buying cigarettes and where I can smoke and all that.Whatever happens, good luck to you.

Aden
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Posted: Fri Dec 28, 2007 9:46 am Post subject:

you are getting pimples because smoking takes the natural oil off you and makes you prone to wrinkles i believe many of these reasons are a mental thing thinking you need cigarettes to feel happy. Don't kid yourself 99% of nicotine leaves your body within the first 3 days of quiting and after three weeks there is not a molecule of nicotine in your bodyI wouldn't use a patch that contains nicotine because in my opinion and from experience thats like telling an alcoholic to stop drinking wine and only drink beer. The physical withdrawal is not all that bad from nicotine actually it peaks just an hour after your last smoke how often do you wake up due to the withdrawal? Allen carr states that smoking does nothing for you and only relieves your withdrawal from the last ciggerate this is like wearing shoes that are to tight only to feel relieve when you remove them. My opinion is that you think you have given somthing up trust me you havent givin much up you should even be happy those things are happening because that means the nicotine monster inside you is dieing. The best suggestion i can give is to read Allen Carr's easy way to stop smoking it really helped me why not give it a try what is there to lose. Oh, and the book allows you to continue smoking because he rids you of the want as you read.

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