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When a smoker stops smoking, there may be a slight weight gain of five to ten pounds, or even more depending on the individual. While this is not predictable, it is common.There are numerous causes of weight gain while on a stop smoking program.

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For years we’ve known that cigarette smoking is linked to emphysema, lung cancer and other illnesses. Each year, many people decide they want to quit smoking once and for all. While deciding to quit is a good move, unfortunately, the addiction to the nicotine contained in each cigarette makes it really hard for the average smoker to quit.

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