While finding what redirection strategies work for you, try the following: Avoiding alcohol or settings where you'll be tempted to drink while trying to quit smoking Doing yoga, stretches or other simple exercises before bed rather than reaching for a cigarette Going for a walk or bike ride after a meal in place of smoking Limiting your exposure to other smokers while trying to quit Listening to calming music or a meditation app to deal with anxiety or stress Reaching for something healthy to keep your mouth and hands busy, such as carrots, apples or celery sticks Taking up a hobby like crochet, cross stitch or even paint by numbers to keep your hands busy
(2011) Racial differences in the relationship between number of cigarettes smoked and nicotine and carcinogen exposure
Some examples of other risks of chewing tobacco include: Increased chances of numerous cancers, like mouth, stomach, and esophageal cancer Nicotine addiction Risk of stillbirth or birth defects in pregnant women Increased risk of death by stroke, cancer, and heart disease Can cause nicotine poisoning in children It can cause gray or white patches in the mouth Causes mouth sores It can cause tooth decay, gum disease, and tooth loss As nicotine and tobacco are addictive chemicals, it can be challenging to quit using smokeless tobacco or other tobacco products
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