The endocrinologist talked about the reasons for weight gain after quitting smoking

The endocrinologist told about the reasons for weight gain after quitting smoking. First of all, people begin to consume a large number of calories, which provokes changes in the figure.

People who quit smoking have a withdrawal syndrome. When nicotine does not enter the body, changes occur in the work of some parts of the brain. As a result, a person may feel irritated, depressed, inattentive, and have a constant sense of loss. This is caused by a nicotine deficiency. In the body, the heartbeat decreases, there is a lack of air, dizziness occurs, periodic spikes in blood pressure, and the feeling of hunger increases.

Nicotine affects metabolism. A person who smokes does not enjoy eating. When quitting smoking, the brain needs food that contains a large amount of fat and sugar, because this balance resembles a dose of nicotine. There are changes in insulin sensitivity. The work of the liver and adrenal glands is rebuilt. As a result of transformations in the body, a person replaces smoking with food.

Women often choose a cup of coffee and a cigarette instead of eating, but after giving up the bad habit, they prefer to eat, which leads to excess weight. In the first 3 months, a person gains up to 69% of weight after quitting smoking. The volume of calories per day increases several times.

The endocrinologist recommends switching to a healthy lifestyle after giving up a bad habit. Review the diet and add healthy products to it, choose fresh vegetables or fruits as a snack. You can't forget about sports.