By EMMANUEL CHAVEZ
 It is estimated that 70 percent of smokers want to quit, it's no wonder that there are many quit smoking products and programs out that are designed for these individuals. These are scientifically-proven quit smoking programs that have gotten the nod of many health professionals. However, using these products may not be that effective and may bring side-effects. For this reason, many alternative therapies are out to help many individuals in their desire to be nicotine-free. These alternative methods are considered by many as safe and effective way of quitting smoking.
Acupuncture
Medical studies show that acupuncture may increase the levels of endorphins in the body. Endorphins are opiate-like substances in the body that are known elevate the mood and bring moments of relaxation. These factors may lower the cravings for that stick or pack of cigarette. Many health professionals recommend at least four sessions of acupuncture during the first month of quitting.
Herbal remedies
There are no herbs that contain nicotine. However, there are herbs like chamomile that has a calming effect that may help one's transition |
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By Peter Finch
 Everyone knows that you can live longer and healthier if you give up a smoking habit, but did you know that there are many other benefits that no one gives much thought to? Read on to know some of them. Even the most hardened of smokers will fully agree with the statement that they will be able to live a better and lengthier life if they were to quit their habit. There is so much written about quitting smoking that it is just impossible that any smoker would be ignorant of how the habit is destroying them bit by bit. Even statutory warnings on the very packs of cigarettes they smoke from are indications of the positive effects of stop smoking.
Though smokers know they can keep several diseases at bay by quitting, they carry on. But it is true that among the best effects of stop smoking are reduced risk of all kinds of respiratory disorders, since that system is the first affected by smoking. Bronchitis and emphysema are at the forefront. Smoking is also known to wreak havoc with people who are |
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