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Hello everyone:)
I want to lose 40 to 50 pounds. I've quit smoking recently(2 weeks) and find it difficult to control my appetite. How do I avoid overeating? Any advice is appreciated.

Hi Nishita, welcome :)

Is it your appetite that's increased or do you just need something to do with your hands (i.e. grabbing food) in place of lighting up? The hand-to-mouth habit is super tough to break, at least it was for me. I read once that a cigarette craving lasts about 9 minutes...maybe look at it as finding something to distract yourself for 9 minutes other than reaching for a cigarette or a snack?

And if you really are just hungrier - veggies! If you have to overeat something, I would think that's the best option to go overboard on :)

Hi Nishita- smoking is so hard to quit, you're fighting the habit and the addiction. Good for you!! Unless youre limiting carbs, watermelon is a great food to go to town on. Fills a little of the sweet craving, helps keep you hydrated and is just soo darn good!