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Stop Smoking - FAQ

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What about �safer� cigarettes like low tar, filtered and menthol?

What is �smoker's cough�?

Is there any risk if you smoke but don't inhale?

Are smokeless tobacco products a better alternative to smoking?

Does it really make a difference giving up if you�ve smoked all your life?

How addictive is tobacco?

When will the craving stop?

Can�t I still smoke the occasional cigarette after I�ve stopped?
This is very risky for most ex-smokers. Like any drug, nicotine creates a permanent tolerance in the body. When an ex-smoker smokes, the nicotine reaction may be triggered again.

What if I start again?

How will I know when I am free?

Can't I just cut down?
It�ll help somewhat to cut down, although this of course depends on how much you were smoking originally, and by how much you reduce.

Why can it be so difficult to stay away from cigarettes?

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