Jed wrote:

Hi. I was wondering if you have any tips for a guy who has tried quitting cigarettes so many times that he’s lost count. I’m getting weary of the effort and I’m really looking for a solution…but there are so many products and solutions that make promises which I know they can’t keep.

Any suggestions for good, proven methods for qutting are appreciated.

Dear Jed,
There are many products out there for those trying to quit smoking but I can not endorse them as I do not know their effectiveness. You probably should contact your physician for I do know that many have told me that quitting cigarettes was the most difficult thing they had ever done (nicotine is very addictive, even more so than heroin or cocaine). They also told me that once they truly decided to quit they were able to do it. If you honestly want to quit you can. Keep alot of gum handy to replace the desire to put something in your mouth. Carrot sticks also are helpful. New Jersey has a website nj.quitnet.com and/or the American Cancer website at www.cancer.org may be beneficial. You will feel much better once you quit! You also will smell much better! Within days the poisons (carbon monoxide, nicotine, tar, etc.) will begin to clear out of your lungs. You will be surprised at how you can walk and even run without huffing and puffing. Good Luck! Nurselady