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Nicotine withdrawal can also cause your heart to slow down and you may find yourself snacking more, especially when a craving hits, which can lead to weight gain
Depending on the location, restrictions or blockages in the vascular system from smoking lead to a higher risk of diseases such as : Heart attacks Strokes Abdominal aortic aneurysms Peripheral artery disease (or PAD) Carotid artery disease (CAD) In addition, smoking has been linked to nearly every form of cancer , including cancers of the blood, liver, stomach, pancreas, kidney, cervix, colon, bladder, esophagus, and, of course, the lungs
Support, Not Just Punishment A compassionate approach often prevents escalation