{"id":41245,"date":"2022-02-21T22:52:05","date_gmt":"2022-02-21T22:52:05","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/?p=41245"},"modified":"2024-12-16T08:35:01","modified_gmt":"2024-12-16T08:35:01","slug":"foods-to-help-quit-smoking","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/dev.betterme.world\/articles\/foods-to-help-quit-smoking\/","title":{"rendered":"The Best Foods To Help Quit Smoking (And The Worst Ones)"},"content":{"rendered":"<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_75 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/dev.betterme.world\/articles\/foods-to-help-quit-smoking\/#Foods_To_Eat_While_Quitting_Smoking\" >Foods To Eat While Quitting Smoking<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/dev.betterme.world\/articles\/foods-to-help-quit-smoking\/#Garlic_And_Onions\" >Garlic And Onions<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/dev.betterme.world\/articles\/foods-to-help-quit-smoking\/#Tofu\" >Tofu<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/dev.betterme.world\/articles\/foods-to-help-quit-smoking\/#Fruits_And_Vegetables\" >Fruits And Vegetables\u00a0<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/dev.betterme.world\/articles\/foods-to-help-quit-smoking\/#Whole-Grain_Products\" >Whole-Grain Products<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/dev.betterme.world\/articles\/foods-to-help-quit-smoking\/#Tart_Cherry_Juice\" >Tart Cherry Juice<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/dev.betterme.world\/articles\/foods-to-help-quit-smoking\/#Cinnamon\" >Cinnamon<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/dev.betterme.world\/articles\/foods-to-help-quit-smoking\/#Frozen_Grapes\" >Frozen Grapes\u00a0<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/dev.betterme.world\/articles\/foods-to-help-quit-smoking\/#Popcorn\" >Popcorn\u00a0\u00a0<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/dev.betterme.world\/articles\/foods-to-help-quit-smoking\/#High-Fiber_Foods\" >High-Fiber Foods<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-11\" href=\"https:\/\/dev.betterme.world\/articles\/foods-to-help-quit-smoking\/#Eggs\" >Eggs\u00a0<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-12\" href=\"https:\/\/dev.betterme.world\/articles\/foods-to-help-quit-smoking\/#Green_Tea\" >Green Tea\u00a0<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-13\" href=\"https:\/\/dev.betterme.world\/articles\/foods-to-help-quit-smoking\/#Foods_To_Avoid_When_Quitting_Smoking\" >Foods To Avoid When Quitting Smoking<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-14\" href=\"https:\/\/dev.betterme.world\/articles\/foods-to-help-quit-smoking\/#Caffeine\" >Caffeine<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-15\" href=\"https:\/\/dev.betterme.world\/articles\/foods-to-help-quit-smoking\/#Processed_Foods\" >Processed Foods<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-16\" href=\"https:\/\/dev.betterme.world\/articles\/foods-to-help-quit-smoking\/#Alcohol\" >Alcohol<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-17\" href=\"https:\/\/dev.betterme.world\/articles\/foods-to-help-quit-smoking\/#Sugar\" >Sugar<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-18\" href=\"https:\/\/dev.betterme.world\/articles\/foods-to-help-quit-smoking\/#Low-Calorie_Diet_Foods\" >Low-Calorie Diet Foods\u00a0<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-19\" href=\"https:\/\/dev.betterme.world\/articles\/foods-to-help-quit-smoking\/#How_To_Get_Through_The_Rough_Spots_After_Quitting_Smoking\" >How To Get Through The Rough Spots After Quitting Smoking?<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-20\" href=\"https:\/\/dev.betterme.world\/articles\/foods-to-help-quit-smoking\/#Spend_Time_In_Smoke-Free_Environments\" >Spend Time In Smoke-Free Environments\u00a0<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-21\" href=\"https:\/\/dev.betterme.world\/articles\/foods-to-help-quit-smoking\/#Practice_More_Self_Care\" >Practice More Self Care\u00a0<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-22\" href=\"https:\/\/dev.betterme.world\/articles\/foods-to-help-quit-smoking\/#Exercise_To_Improve_Your_Mood\" >Exercise To Improve Your Mood\u00a0<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-23\" href=\"https:\/\/dev.betterme.world\/articles\/foods-to-help-quit-smoking\/#Chew_On_Something\" >Chew On Something<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-24\" href=\"https:\/\/dev.betterme.world\/articles\/foods-to-help-quit-smoking\/#Create_New_Habits_And_Routine\" >Create New Habits And Routine<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-25\" href=\"https:\/\/dev.betterme.world\/articles\/foods-to-help-quit-smoking\/#Practice_Mindfulness_Meditation\" >Practice Mindfulness Meditation<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-26\" href=\"https:\/\/dev.betterme.world\/articles\/foods-to-help-quit-smoking\/#Be_Patient\" >Be Patient\u00a0<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-27\" href=\"https:\/\/dev.betterme.world\/articles\/foods-to-help-quit-smoking\/#Stay_Away_From_Smoking_Friends\" >Stay Away From Smoking Friends\u00a0<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-28\" href=\"https:\/\/dev.betterme.world\/articles\/foods-to-help-quit-smoking\/#The_Bottom_Line\" >The Bottom Line<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-29\" href=\"https:\/\/dev.betterme.world\/articles\/foods-to-help-quit-smoking\/#Get_your_personalized\" >Get your personalized<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Quitting smoking isn&#8217;t easy, but there are lifestyle changes that can help you quit smoking for good. <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">By making some simple changes to your diet, you&#8217;ll be on the road to quitting for good. The best foods are healthy, nourishing, and filling. The idea is to satiate your hunger and avoid triggers while giving your body all the nutrients it needs.\u00a0<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Foods that are high in fiber, protein, and healthy fats help you stay full longer while also making you less likely to have food cravings. <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Gulping down a quick cup of coffee or soda might be enough to quench your thirst but will actually leave you feeling hungry or thirsty shortly after.<\/span><\/p>\n<a href=\"https:\/\/quiz.betterme.world\/en\/first-page-generated-gender?flow=2273&utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Blog&amp;utm_campaign=The_Best_Foods_To_Help_Quit_Smoking\" target=\"_blank\"><video autoplay=\"autoplay\" loop=\"loop\" muted=\"muted\" playsinline=\"playsinline\" width=\"777\"><source src=\"https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/ezgif.com-gif-to-mp4-2.mp4\" type=\"video\/mp4\" \/><\/video><\/a>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Here are eight foods that can make it easier to quit smoking and five <a href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/foods-that-help-with-muscle-cramps\/\">foods<\/a> to avoid:<\/span><\/p>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Foods_To_Eat_While_Quitting_Smoking\"><\/span><b>Foods To Eat While Quitting Smoking<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Here are the best food choices for smokers:<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Garlic_And_Onions\"><\/span><b>Garlic And Onions<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Garlic and onions contain an amino acid called cysteine, which is known to break up mucus in the lungs. This can help reduce coughing and irritation when quitting smoking (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.sciencedirect.com\/topics\/medicine-and-dentistry\/carbocisteine\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">3<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">).<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Vegetables such as onions, garlic, and leeks are also packed with <a href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/after-holiday-detox\/\">vitamin C<\/a>, which supports the immune system and may help the body recover from the damage caused by cigarettes (<a href=\"https:\/\/www.hsph.harvard.edu\/nutritionsource\/vitamin-c\/#:~:text=Cell%20studies%20have%20shown%20that,kidney%20stones%20and%20digestive%20upset.\">17<\/a>).<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Tofu\"><\/span><b>Tofu<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Tofu is a healthy protein that might help reduce withdrawal symptoms, including cravings. It contains the amino acid L-glutamine, which is sometimes considered conditionally essential during times of stress (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.sciencedirect.com\/science\/article\/pii\/S2213453021000112\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">13<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">).<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Fruits_And_Vegetables\"><\/span><b>Fruits And Vegetables\u00a0<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Smokers tend to eat fewer <a href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/purple-cabbage-benefits\/\">fruits and vegetables<\/a> than non-smokers. This may be because eating worsens the taste of cigarettes, according to one study (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.sciencedaily.com\/releases\/2007\/04\/070404174336.htm\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">4<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">).\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">But when you quit smoking, it&#8217;s important to increase the number of fruits and vegetables your body is getting. Fruits and vegetables contain antioxidants like vitamins A and C, which can help reduce damage caused by free radicals (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.sciencedaily.com\/releases\/2007\/04\/070404174336.htm\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">4<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">).<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Whole-Grain_Products\"><\/span><b>Whole-Grain Products<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Eating whole grains, such as brown rice or oatmeal, which contain a lot of fiber, can help ease constipation and fight weight gain (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.hsph.harvard.edu\/nutritionsource\/what-should-you-eat\/whole-grains\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">18<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">).<\/span><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/quiz.betterme.world\/en\/first-page-generated-gender?flow=2273&#038;utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Blog&amp;utm_campaign=The_Best_Foods_To_Help_Quit_Smoking\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-38667 size-large\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/10\/Frame-5496-1024x576.png\" alt=\"foods to help quit smoking\" width=\"770\" height=\"433\" srcset=\"https:\/\/dev.cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/10\/Frame-5496.png 1024w, https:\/\/dev.cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/10\/Frame-5496-300x169.png 300w, https:\/\/dev.cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/10\/Frame-5496.png 768w, https:\/\/dev.cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/10\/Frame-5496.png 1152w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 770px) 100vw, 770px\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Tart_Cherry_Juice\"><\/span><b>Tart Cherry Juice<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Tart cherry juice is high in melatonin and <a href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/health-benefits-of-olives\/\">vitamin C<\/a>, both of which may help regulate the body&#8217;s natural sleep patterns and improve mood. Drinking tart cherry juice or eating cherries may reduce feelings of anxiety that are often associated with cigarette cravings (<a href=\"https:\/\/www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/pmc\/articles\/PMC5872786\/\">1<\/a>).<\/span><\/p>\n<p><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><strong>Read More:<\/strong> <a href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/cherries-nutrition-facts\/\">Cherries Nutrition Facts And Health Benefits: 7 Reasons Why You Need This Superfood In Your Grocery List<\/a><\/span><\/i><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Cinnamon\"><\/span><b>Cinnamon<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Cinnamon is another food that can help with cravings because it may mimic the effect of insulin or improve insulin sensitivity which helps improve blood sugar levels. High blood sugar levels are often associated with cigarette cravings, so cinnamon can help fight this (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.graduate.umaryland.edu\/gsa\/gazette\/November-2015\/Health-Benefits-of-Cinnamon\/#:~:text=Cinnamon%20can%20also%20improve%20sugar,utilization%20in%20brain%20cells3.\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">7<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">).<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Frozen_Grapes\"><\/span><b>Frozen Grapes\u00a0<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Quitting smoking can lead to cravings for sweets. To fight those cravings, try eating frozen grapes. The coldness of the grapes will reduce cigarette cravings.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Popcorn\"><\/span><b>Popcorn\u00a0\u00a0<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Quitting smoking may trigger cravings for snacks. Popcorn, especially the air-popped variety,\u00a0 can help satisfy those cravings. Air-popped popcorn is low in calories, which will help reduce the risk of weight gain after quitting smoking (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.heart.org\/en\/news\/2019\/06\/18\/popcorn-as-a-snack-healthy-hit-or-dietary-horror-show\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">8<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">).\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"High-Fiber_Foods\"><\/span><b>High-Fiber Foods<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">High fiber foods <a href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/collard-greens-calories\/\">improve digestion<\/a>\u00a0while keeping your blood sugar stabilized, which helps keep energy levels high and cravings under control (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/23885994\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">11<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">). Some examples of high-fiber foods include broccoli, almonds, and lentils.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/quiz.betterme.world\/en\/first-page-generated-gender?flow=2273&#038;utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Blog&amp;utm_campaign=The_Best_Foods_To_Help_Quit_Smoking\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-38288 size-large\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/10\/Frame-5169-1024x576.png\" alt=\"foods to help quit smoking\" width=\"770\" height=\"433\" srcset=\"https:\/\/dev.cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/10\/Frame-5169.png 1024w, https:\/\/dev.cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/10\/Frame-5169-300x169.png 300w, https:\/\/dev.cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/10\/Frame-5169.png 768w, https:\/\/dev.cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/10\/Frame-5169.png 1152w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 770px) 100vw, 770px\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Eggs\"><\/span><b>Eggs\u00a0<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Eggs contain high amounts of choline, which is shown to improve the brain&#8217;s ability to learn while supporting overall mental health and memory. Choline may also help reduce cravings for nicotine (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/pmc\/articles\/PMC3579204\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">15<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">).<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Green_Tea\"><\/span><b>Green Tea\u00a0<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Green tea contains an amino acid known as L-theanine, which reduces stress and anxiety and may help smokers quit smoking. L-theanine also has the potential to improve overall mental health and sleep quality (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/pmc\/articles\/PMC6836118\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">5<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">).<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Foods_To_Avoid_When_Quitting_Smoking\"><\/span><b>Foods To Avoid When Quitting Smoking<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Smokers tend to eat a lot of unhealthy foods, but quitting should be an opportunity to completely revamp <a href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/bok-choy-side-effects\/\">your diet<\/a>.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Here are the foods that you should avoid when quitting smoking:<\/span><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/quiz.betterme.world\/en\/first-page-generated-gender?flow=2273&#038;utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Blog&amp;utm_campaign=The_Best_Foods_To_Help_Quit_Smoking\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-36532 size-large\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/06\/Frame-5038-1-convert.io_-1024x576.jpg\" alt=\"BetterMe\" width=\"770\" height=\"433\" srcset=\"https:\/\/dev.cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/06\/Frame-5038-1-convert.io_.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/dev.cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/06\/Frame-5038-1-convert.io_-300x169.jpg 300w, https:\/\/dev.cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/06\/Frame-5038-1-convert.io_.jpg 768w, https:\/\/dev.cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/06\/Frame-5038-1-convert.io_-1636x920.jpg 1636w, https:\/\/dev.cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/06\/Frame-5038-1-convert.io_.jpg 1920w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 770px) 100vw, 770px\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Caffeine\"><\/span><b>Caffeine<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Avoid caffeine because it can make your body more jittery and irritable after quitting smoking. Caffeine is also associated with cravings and cigarette use, which might make it more difficult to quit (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/9022872\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">12<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">).<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Processed_Foods\"><\/span><b>Processed Foods<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Avoid processed foods because they contain high amounts of sodium and saturated fats, both of which can contribute to <a href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/acai-berries-calories-benefits-side-effects\/\">health problems<\/a> (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/32630022\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">16<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">). Furthermore, processed foods don&#8217;t contain the necessary vitamins and minerals that can help fight withdrawal symptoms.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Alcohol\"><\/span><b>Alcohol<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Alcohol is another beverage to avoid when quitting smoking because it dehydrates the body and reduces inhibitions, which can lead to more intense cravings for cigarettes. It also contains empty calories that will only reduce your overall health while you quit smoking (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/pubs.niaaa.nih.gov\/publications\/arh293\/208-212.htm\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">10<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">).<\/span><\/p>\n<p><strong>Whether you\u2019re a workout beast or just a beginner making your first foray into the world of fitness and dieting \u2013 BetterMe has a lot to offer to both newbies and experts! Install the app and <a href=\"https:\/\/quiz.betterme.world\/en\/first-page-generated-gender?flow=2273&#038;utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Blog&amp;utm_campaign=The_Best_Foods_To_Help_Quit_Smoking\">experience the versatility first-hand<\/a>!<\/strong><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Sugar\"><\/span><b>Sugar<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Quitting smoking can lead to sugar cravings, so avoid foods that contain high amounts of sugar. Sugary foods will give you a short burst of energy but can also create other health problems, such as weight gain and high blood pressure (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.health.harvard.edu\/heart-health\/the-sweet-danger-of-sugar#:~:text=Impact%20on%20your%20heart&amp;text=Over%20the%20course%20of%20the,their%20calories%20as%20added%20sugar.&amp;text=For%20instance%2C%20high%20amounts%20of%20sugar%20overload%20the%20liver.\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">14<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">).<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Low-Calorie_Diet_Foods\"><\/span><b>Low-Calorie Diet Foods\u00a0<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Don&#8217;t follow a diet that is <a href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/prunes-benefits\/\">low in calories<\/a>. This can cause fatigue, irritability, and depression (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/pmc\/articles\/PMC6170050\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">6<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">). When quitting smoking, it&#8217;s important to nourish the body with healthy foods that will not only give you energy but also help fight withdrawal symptoms.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/quiz.betterme.world\/en\/first-page-generated-gender?flow=2273&#038;utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Blog&amp;utm_campaign=The_Best_Foods_To_Help_Quit_Smoking\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-36540 size-large\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/07\/Frame-4927-convert.io_-1024x576.jpg\" alt=\"foods to help quit smoking\" width=\"770\" height=\"433\" srcset=\"https:\/\/dev.cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/07\/Frame-4927-convert.io_.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/dev.cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/07\/Frame-4927-convert.io_-300x169.jpg 300w, https:\/\/dev.cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/07\/Frame-4927-convert.io_.jpg 768w, https:\/\/dev.cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/07\/Frame-4927-convert.io_-1636x920.jpg 1636w, https:\/\/dev.cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/07\/Frame-4927-convert.io_.jpg 1920w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 770px) 100vw, 770px\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_To_Get_Through_The_Rough_Spots_After_Quitting_Smoking\"><\/span><b>How To Get Through The Rough Spots After Quitting Smoking?<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">While eating healthy foods and avoiding unhealthy ones is a great idea, you might still struggle with the temptation of cigarettes.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Here are a few tips to help you overcome temptation and stay clean:<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Spend_Time_In_Smoke-Free_Environments\"><\/span><b>Spend Time In Smoke-Free Environments\u00a0<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">There are various places where tobacco products are not allowed, such as bars, restaurants, and malls. Spend time in places like this because they contain people who don&#8217;t smoke \u2013 or at least, you won&#8217;t be tempted to light up if the people around you aren&#8217;t smoking either.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Practice_More_Self_Care\"><\/span><b>Practice More Self Care\u00a0<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">In the days following your last cigarette, you might feel exhausted because the body is healing from nicotine withdrawal. Practice more self-care by taking a long bath or going for a walk to help improve your overall mental and physical health after quitting smoking.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Exercise_To_Improve_Your_Mood\"><\/span><b>Exercise To Improve Your Mood\u00a0<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">When quitting smoking, it&#8217;s also important to exercise to improve your mood and overall health. Start with something simple like taking a walk every day while you&#8217;re quitting smoking and then begin exercising after your cravings are under control.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Exercise releases endorphins in the body, which not only improve your mood but also help you overcome urges to smoke cigarettes.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Chew_On_Something\"><\/span><b>Chew On Something<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">When you miss the feeling of having something in your mouth, chew on a cinnamon stick, sugarless gum, sugarless hard candy, or anything else that will give your mouth something to do.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/quiz.betterme.world\/en\/first-page-generated-gender?flow=2273&#038;utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Blog&amp;utm_campaign=The_Best_Foods_To_Help_Quit_Smoking\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-36541 size-large\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/07\/Frame-4925-convert.io_-1024x576.jpg\" alt=\"foods to help quit smoking\" width=\"770\" height=\"433\" srcset=\"https:\/\/dev.cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/07\/Frame-4925-convert.io_.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/dev.cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/07\/Frame-4925-convert.io_-300x169.jpg 300w, https:\/\/dev.cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/07\/Frame-4925-convert.io_.jpg 768w, https:\/\/dev.cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/07\/Frame-4925-convert.io_-1636x920.jpg 1636w, https:\/\/dev.cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/07\/Frame-4925-convert.io_.jpg 1920w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 770px) 100vw, 770px\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<p><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><strong>Read More:<\/strong> <a href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/detox-lymphatic-system\/\">Detox Your Lymphatic System: 15 Ways To Boost Your Body\u2019s Detoxification Ability<\/a><\/span><\/i><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Create_New_Habits_And_Routine\"><\/span><b>Create New Habits And Routine<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">After quitting smoking, make an effort to create new habits and routines in the same way you used to smoke cigarettes. For example, take a walk after meals if it&#8217;s your routine to smoke a cigarette after breakfast. The key is to not replace cigarettes with other unhealthy habits like drinking sugary beverages or eating fast food.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Practice_Mindfulness_Meditation\"><\/span><b>Practice Mindfulness Meditation<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">When you quit smoking, it&#8217;s easy to beat yourself up for feeling overwhelmed and guilt-ridden. However, practicing mindfulness meditation can help improve both your mental and physical health after finally breaking the habit.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Mindfulness meditation establishes a connection between mind and body so that you can feel better and gain control of your urges and cravings. It also gives you time to reflect on your progress and be proud of that progress.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Studies show that mindfulness meditation can help smokers quit by improving their ability to focus, manage stress, improve self-esteem and reduce weight gain after quitting smoking (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/pmc\/articles\/PMC3752264\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">2<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">).<\/span><\/p>\n<p><strong>Dropping pounds by the dozens without putting yourself through the wringer is everyone\u2019s weight loss pipe dream. But what if we told you that the BetterMe app can make that happen? <a href=\"https:\/\/quiz.betterme.world\/en\/first-page-generated-gender?flow=2273&#038;utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Blog&amp;utm_campaign=The_Best_Foods_To_Help_Quit_Smoking\">Keep yourself in prime shape<\/a> with our fat-blasting workouts, delicious budget-sparing recipes, and body-transforming challenges with our app!<\/strong><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Be_Patient\"><\/span><b>Be Patient\u00a0<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Quitting is a learning process and it will take time to adjust. The best thing you can do for yourself is to be patient and take care of your mind and body as you go through the process of quitting smoking.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Stay_Away_From_Smoking_Friends\"><\/span><b>Stay Away From Smoking Friends\u00a0<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">When you quit smoking, avoid hanging out with people who smoke or going to places where there is a high chance that someone will light up. This will help you avoid the temptation of picking up another cigarette and starting the habit all over again.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"The_Bottom_Line\"><\/span><b>The Bottom Line<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Even though quitting smoking is one of the best things that you can do for your overall health, it&#8217;s still a difficult journey because quitting triggers nicotine withdrawal symptoms. 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The best foods are healthy, nourishing, and filling. The idea is to satiate your hunger and avoid triggers while giving your body all the nutrients it needs.\u00a0<\/span><span style=\\\"font-weight: 400;\\\">Foods that are high in fiber, protein, and healthy fats help you stay full longer while also making you less likely to have food cravings. <\/span><span style=\\\"font-weight: 400;\\\">Gulping down a quick cup of coffee or soda might be enough to quench your thirst but will actually leave you feeling hungry or thirsty shortly after.<\/span>\\r\\n\\r\\n\\r\\n\\r\\n<span style=\\\"font-weight: 400;\\\">Here are eight foods that can make it easier to quit smoking and five <a href=\\\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/foods-that-help-with-muscle-cramps\/\\\">foods<\/a> to avoid:<\/span>\\r\\n<h2 style=\\\"text-align: center;\\\"><b>Foods To Eat While Quitting Smoking<\/b><\/h2>\\r\\n<span style=\\\"font-weight: 400;\\\">Here are the best food choices for smokers:<\/span>\\r\\n<h3><b>Garlic And Onions<\/b><\/h3>\\r\\n<span style=\\\"font-weight: 400;\\\">Garlic and onions contain an amino acid called cysteine, which is known to break up mucus in the lungs. 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