It’s one of the worst things you can put your body through – inhaling poisonous cigarette smoke and nicotine into your lungs not only gives you respiratory problems, it could also lead to lung cancer and a slow and painful death. If you’ve decided to quit, welcome to the world of the sane. But if you’re worried about gaining weight at the same time, here’s how you can kick this disgusting and unhealthy habit and not put on any extra pounds:

• Exercise: Smoking makes you lose weight, albeit in an unhealthy way, because nicotine is an appetite suppressant and because it boosts your metabolism by burning calories. So when you quit, you may put on a little weight. But if you’re aware of this fact and take the time to exercise, at least for half an hour every day, you can avoid gaining any excess weight. Regular exercise also helps you keep your resolution to quit smoking. It gives you a natural high and is a great stress buster which keeps you from reaching for a cigarette every time you’re under emotional and mental pressure.