Quitting Smoking: The Six Effective Ways to Stop Smoking According to Canadian Health Experts

Smoking cigarette or tobacco is a very popular habit which is not only observed in Canada but in the whole world as well. In fact, anywhere you go it is more likely that you will be able to see someone puffing a cigarette. While this is something that provides pleasure on the part of a smoker, there are underlying health-related problems that are actually attributed to cigarette or tobacco smoking.  

While many people tend to be very persistent with their smoking habit, there are also those who are thinking about quitting smoking. If you think that you are one among these people who want to stop smoking once and for all, there are several guidelines that you need to follow so as to realize your resolution to stop this unhealthy habit once and for all. 

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There are some effective tips which were made and formulated by Canadian experts and this time, you may find them truly effective as what others have tried and tested as well. 

1. Nicotine Patch

This is a square-shaped adhesive that resembles a bandage. It contains slow-release nicotine and usually comes in 7mg, 14mg, and 21 mg strengths. A typical smoker usually ingests about a milligram of nicotine for every stick of cigarette puffing. A nicotine patch is commonly available in drugstores anywhere in the country. It releases a constant supply of nicotine and would normally last 24 hours. Side effects usually include sleep disturbances especially when it is not removed at night. It is not adjustable for people with strong cravings. 

2. Nicotine Gum

Quitting smoking can be done with the aid of a nicotine gum, a sugar-free gum that contains 2 or 4 milligrams of nicotine. The maximum daily dose for this kind of remedy is twenty to forty pieces. A nicotine gum is commonly found available in all supermarkets and drugstores in Canada. Side effects may include stomach upset, sore teeth, sore jaw and hiccups.  

3. Nicotine Inhaler

This is a cartridge that brings out nicotine when you puff on it. A 4mg cartridge is equivalent to the nicotine amount obtained from two sticks of the cigarette without the harmful properties and additives. Continuous puffing on this can last for twenty minutes. This is commonly found available in drugstores around the country. It can cause mouth irritation and can become a habit. 

4. Nicotine Lozenge

Nicotine lozenges like Resolve have zero nicotine while Cestemenol 350disrubt’s the body’s ability to metabolize nicotine. It is commonly used you continue smoking while gradually reducing the desire of the body to take in nicotine. It helps in curbing smoking slowly and there are no known side effects to using it. Most Canadian drugstores carry this kind of smoking remedy. 

5. Zyban

It’s a mild form of antidepressant that stops norepinephrine and dopamine brain chemicals that help curb smoking withdrawal symptoms. Side effects include strange dreams, dry mouth and insomnia. This can only be availed in Quebec. 

6. Counselling & Self-Help Groups

These involve physical and psychological aids and can be found available all across the country such as in hospitals, community centers and churches. They can also be found online.  

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