I quit smoking 7 1/2 years ago when I cleaned up my act. I was married to a drug addicted/alcoholic husband who smoked as well. I just followed suit with the cigarettes-not the drugs/alcohol.

I have NEVER regretted giving them up-weight gain didn't matter. I improved my health!!!

I feel that with LC we have more control over the weight gain issue than before. Perhaps you will encounter a slight weight gain, but it will only be temporary. Diet and exercise will even the score. Patience and persistence will overcome.

Once you give up the smokes maybe you can afford a new wardrobe???

Just taking the first step is the hardest. I will be cheering you on!

Tanya