All tobacco products whether smoked, rolled or chewed are harmful. Tobacco contains nicotine which is addictive, and all tobacco products have serious health consequences. Outlined below are some of the tobacco products you may need help to quit. Cigarettes Cigarettes are made up of tobacco, a range of chemical additives, a filter and paper and
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After the year we have all just experienced, seeing friends, going out and having a social life is really important. But who we see, where we go and what we do can have a big impact on if and what we smoke. Smoking might seem completely normal if your friends smoke. But you can become
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Giving up smoking can be a challenge and everyone’s journey to becoming smoke free will be different. Learning what makes quitting unique for some women may help you become smoke free too. Understanding Triggers Reminders of smoking, like seeing or smelling a cigarette can make you crave one too, along with negative emotions. Feeling stressed
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The COVID-19 pandemic has provided another reason to stop smoking, according to the World Health Organisation, (WHO), smokers have a greater risk of developing a severe case and dying from COVID-19. However, we all know that quitting can be challenging, but you don’t have to go it alone. That’s why One small Step are supporting
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It is estimated that 100,000 people die each year from smoking-related diseases, including cancer and that smoking causes more than a quarter of all cancer deaths in the UK. In addition, the average smoker spends over £4300 per year on cigarettes. So, what will be your reason to stop smoking once and for all? We
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Jason quit smoking during lock-down with the support of OneSmallStep, who have been working hard to offer remote support to Devon residents throughout the pandemic. He was happy to share his story in the hope it will inspire others to take the first step: ‘I had been a heavy smoker for 27 years. When I
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OneSmallStep caught up with Marc at the ‘Grill in the Hill’ on Haldon Hill, where he works. We supported Mark to give up smoking for good. After nearly 50 years of smoking, Marc was ready to kick the habit and he has not looked back since. ‘I’ve smoked for a long time, I started
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Will you observe Ramadan this year? Muslim smokers who fast during Ramadan refrain from food, drinks and smoking during the daytime to fulfil their religious obligation of fasting during this month. Fasting alone is hard but doing it at the same time as nicotine withdrawal is even harder. So instead of avoiding cigarettes why not
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‘I have Smoked for 40 yrs averaging 15 cigarettes a day and I’ve tried to quit many times, I lasted 4 yrs on a previous attempt.’ Our client had no current health problems but was really worried about it as she gets older and did not want to continue smoking into old age. She used
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I have smoked for 15/16 years,20-30 a day and I have never tried to quit before. I only enjoyed the morning and before bed cigarette, the rest were boredom or habit. I was worried about quitting. I didn’t think I’d be able to do it but I’ve done better than I thought I would. I
Posted in Stop Smoking Success StoryI’ve lost 7lbs since I started having support from OneSmallStep, I’ve actually really surprised myself with how well I’m doing. It’s not been easy but having someone to talk to who understands is a big help. I’ve set myself a goal to lose 2st in total and I honestly think I’ve cracked it this time. My blood pressure has come down already and I don’t get so out of breath going up the stairs.