DESCRIPTION

Smoking is associated with numerous medical and health disorders including cancer, heart disease, and lung disorders. In addition, smoking causes many complications in pregnancy. The pregnant woman who smoke endangers not only herself, but also her unborn child. The infants born to mothers who smoke have more serious respiratory infections, and when they get older, these children have more ear infections, respiratory symptoms and asthma. Pregnancy is a good time for both parents to embark on a joint effort to stop smoking. The medial and economical benefits gained by the family will outweigh any inconvenience or stress caused by smoking cessation.

MoonDragon's ObGyn Information: Smoking Addiction - Kicking The Habit

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FERTILITY EFFECTS

Smoking in either parent may lead to problems even before pregnancy. Studies have shown that smoking can reduce fertility in both men and women and make it more difficult to conceive or cause delays in conceiving (smokers may take more than one year to conceive). Smoking is associated with higher miscarriages.

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EFFECTS ON THE FETUS

The various by-products and additive in cigarettes can reduce the amount of oxygen available and inhibit the supply of nutrients to the fetus.

Nicotine slows fetal breathing and causes the arteries in the placenta and cord to contract, which in turn reduces the flow of oxygen; fetal heartbeat quickens to try to increase the oxygen supply.

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POSSIBLE COMPLICATIONS

Ectopic pregnancy (implantation of a fertilized egg outside of the uterus, usually in a fallopian tube).

Spontaneous abortion (miscarriage).

Intrauterine growth retardation (IUGR).

Placenta previa or abruptio placenta.

Vaginal bleeding.

Pre-term birth.

Perinatal death (those that occur just before, during, or right after birth).

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POSSIBLE BIRTH DEFECTS

Cleft palate.

Cardiovascular or urogenital abnormalities.

MoonDragon's Health & Wellness: Teratogens List

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COMPLICATIONS IN INFANTS

More risk of severe respiratory disorders.

Increased risk of sudden infant death syndrome (SIDS).

In general, babies of smokers are not as healthy as babies of non-smokers.

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EXPECTED OUTCOME

FOR DISCONTINUING SMOKING

Stopping smoking as soon as you know you are pregnant (before the fourth month) can usually substantially reduce the risks to a fetus. It does not matter how long you smoked before you became pregnant.

Stopping smoking can reverse the majority of other health risks, some within one year, others within 10 to 15 years.

Expect withdrawal symptoms to occur. The intensity varies from person to person.

Smoking cessation will bring improved quality of life: Food tastes better, fresher breath, less coughing, more money, increased stamina, happier family and friends, improved mental health.

TREATMENT

GENERAL MEASURES

Smoking is an increasing social concern and a hotbed of political and social controversy and debate between smokers rights and non-smokers rights.

The dangers of smoking are well known today, yet people continue to smoke. Why? Some people started smoking before the hazards of were widely known; others start in adolescence, when people generally feel invulnerable and are more likely to engage in risk-taking behavior - especially if it seems "adult," helps them to fit in with a particular social group, and/or provokes their parents. However, surveys consistently show that no matter when or why they started, most current smokers do not smoke because they want to (well over 50 percent say they wish they had never started), but because they are addicted.

The good news is that this addiction can be overcome, and that the health benefits begin almost immediately. In just 24 hours after your last cigarette, your blood pressure and pulse rate should return to normal, as should the levels of oxygen and carbon monoxide in your blood. Within a week, your risk of heart attack begins to decrease, your senses of smell and taste improve, and breathing becomes easier. The majority of smokers who quit do it on their own; others are helped by a variety of methods. No one way works for everyone. It may take several tries for smokers to quit. Persistence may be required for success. The difficulty of quitting appears to be related less to how many packs a day you smoke than to how early in life you started smoking.

SELF-HELP STEPS IN QUITTING

1. Analyze your smoking habits by determining when and why you smoke.

2. Make up your mind to quit.

3. Choose the day and quit on that day.

4. Use any kind of substitute (gum, hard candy). Give up those activities temporarily that you associate with smoking.

5. Reward yourself for not smoking (buy something special).

6. During the first few weeks, eat plenty of low-calorie snacks and drink lots of water.

FOR HELP IN QUITTING

For help in quitting, check with the local office of the American Cancer Society or The American Lung Association, or call The National Cancer Institute Information Service (800) 4-CANCER.

The National Cancer Institute Information Service
(800) 4-CANCER
http://www.nci.nih.gov

Join a support group or a formal smoking cessation program.

Try out other ideas such as hypnosis or acupressure.

Consult with your health care provider about current methods used to help smokers "kick the habit."

CONCERNS ABOUT QUITTING

1. Weight gain - average amounts is 5 to 8 pounds over 5 years (for some, there is no weight gain); the extra weight is not a health threat.

2. Stress - know in advance it may occur, get counseling or help with stress management.

3. Withdrawal - physical symptoms subside in about 10 to 14 days, psychological symptoms may persist for months or longer.

4. Fear of failure - relapse is common, if it happens, try again immediately. Many people have to try more than once and by more than one method.

If quitting seems impossible, cut down on the amount smoked.

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MEDICATION

The safety of prescription smoking cessation aids including nicotine gum and transdermal nicotine patches has not been established in pregnancy. There is concern about the effects of the nicotine on the fetus (it is listed as a teratogen). These aids may be prescribed for a mother-to-be who has failed a smoking cessation program and understands the risks and benefits involved. For these women and others, the effects of continued smoking on the pregnancy may be more risky than the nicotine replacement therapy.

Stop-smoking aids include nicotine gum, transdermal nicotine patches and a nasal spray. These alternative sources of nicotine are available either in transdermal patch form, as chewing gum, and as nasal sprays and inhalers. Some of these are available over-the-counter, while others require a prescription. The idea of this therapy is to provide nicotine in a form other than a cigarette so as to minimize the symptoms of withdrawal while being weaned from smoking. There are side effects associated with these aids, so be sure you discuss the risks and benefits with your health care provider. Aids are to be used in conjunction with counseling or a smoking-cessation program.

If you take any medications for other health issues, consult with your health care provider about the possible need for an adjustment in dosage after you quit smoking. Tobacco alters the absorption and utilization of many medications, including insulin, asthma drugs, and certain antidepressants, blood pressure medications, and pain killers.

The results of research done at the University of Toronto, Canada, suggests that the drug called methoxsalen (8-MOP, Oxsoralen-Ultra), sometimes used to treat psoriasis, may help a smoker reduce the number of cigarettes he or she smokes by blocking an enzyme that causes the body to metabolized nicotine more quickly.

Buproprion (Zyban) is an antidepressant that acts on the brain in the same manner as nicotine. It can help some people to stop smoking. If you are concerned about gaining weight after you quit, buproprion may help limit the amount of weight you put on.

A diagnostic procedure called a sputum cytology test can sometimes detect the presence of cancer before there are symptoms and before other tests show the disease. In this test, sputum coughed up from the lungs and the bronchial tubes is examined for signs of tumor cells.

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ACTIVITY

Establish a regular prenatal exercise routine. It will help control weight, combat restlessness, help break up old routines, and make you feel better mentally and physically. Lung capacity improves when smoking is discontinued, so there is less shortness of breath when exercising or doing other physical activities.

Activity is often helpful in reducing stress levels. Avoid as much stress as possible.

Keep in mind that the acute craving for a cigarette usually lasts only 3 to 5 minutes. Focusing on this fact may make it easier to wait it out. Also remember that it gets easier and easier as time goes by. When cravings strike, try taking a walk, doing some sit-ups, or engaging in any activity that can momentarily take your mind off cigarettes.

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DIET

There is no special diet associated with smoking cessation. Continue with any pregnancy diet that has been recommended. Metabolism rate tends to slow after quitting smoking and a moderate weight gain is common, but will not adversely affect a pregnancy. Low calorie snacks are recommended to replace the oral sensation of smoking.

Smoking has a detrimental effect on nutrition. Smokers break down vitamin C about twice as fast as non-smokers. This can deprive the body of adequate amounts of one of the most powerful and versatile antioxidants at our disposal. Other antioxidant vitamins are depleted as well. Cigarette smoke contains high concentrations of nitrogen dioxide ozone, a compound that oxidizes the antioxidant vitamins and is known to do damage to DNA. The accelerated antioxidant usage, in combination with the DNA damage, speeds the aging process.

A lack of beta-carotene and the B-complex vitamins has been linked to lung and throat cancer.

For more information about nutritional and dietary recommendations see the section below.

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HOLISTIC & NUTRITIONAL RECOMMENDATIONS

The nutrients and dietary suggestions below are recommended to correct probable smoking-related deficiencies and damage while you work to kick the habit. They are recommended also if you cannot avoid being a passive smoker. Consult with your health care provider or midwife before you start any nutritional and/or herbal therapy if you are pregnant or breastfeeding or if you have certain health issues.

Unless otherwise stated, the dosages recommended below are for adults. For children between the ages of 12 and 17, reduce the dose to 3/4 of the recommended amount.

NUTRIENTS
Supplement	Suggested Dosage	Comments
Essential
Coenzyme Q-10	200 mg each twice daily	Aids oxygen flow to the brain; protects heart tissue. Also acts as an antioxidant to protect cells and the lungs. CoEnzyme Q-10, Hi-Tech Pharmaceuticals, 60 Tabs, Co-Q10 With Hawthorne Berry, Vegetarian Supplement, NOW Foods, 100 mg, 30 VCaps, Co-Q10, Vegetarian Coenzyme, NOW Foods, 30 mg, 60 VCaps, Co-Q10, NOW Foods, 400 mg, 60 Softgels, Co-Q10 Supplement, NOW Foods, With Lecithin, 150 mg, 100 VCaps, Co-Q10 Liquid, Trace Minerals, 4 fl. oz., Co-Q10, 100% Pure Powder, NOW Foods, Vegetarian, 1 oz.
Plus Coenzyme A (From Coenzyme A Technologies)	As directed on label.	Works well with CoQ10 in ridding the body of impurities and toxic substances. Pantethine (Coenzyme A Precursor), Highly Active Form of Vitamin B-5, NOW Foods, 300 mg, 60 Softgels,
Oxy-5000 Forte (From American Biologics)	2 tablets 3 times daily.	A powerful antioxidant. Destroys free radicals produced in the smoke. Antioxidant Formula Supplement, All Natural, Nature's Way, 100 Tabs
Pycnogenol Or Grape Seed Extract	30 mg 3 times daily. As directed on label.	Powerful antioxidants, free radical scavengers and anti-inflammatories that help protect the lungs. Pycnogenol With Vitamin E, 100% Natural, Nature's Way, 50 mg, 30 Caps, Grape Seed (Grapeseed) Oil, 100% Pure, NOW Foods, 16 fl. oz., Grape Seed Extract. Standardized, Nature's Way, 100 mg, 30 Caps, Grape Seed Extract, 350 mg, 90 Caps
Vitamin B Complex	100 mg daily.	Necessary in cellular enzyme systems often damaged in smokers. Use sublingual form. Vitamin B 100 Complex, w/Coenzyme B-2, Nature's Way 631 mg, 100 Caps, Liquid Yeast B-Complex, TwinLab, 16 fl. oz., Vitamin B-Stress Complex With Siberian Eleuthero, Nature's Way, 100 Caps, Ultimate B, Vitamin B Complex Formula, Nature's Secret, 60 Tabs
Plus Extra Vitamin B-12	1,000 mcg twice daily	Increases energy; needed for liver function. Use a lozenge or sublingual form. Vitamin B-12 Complex Liquid, With Folic Acid, NOW Foods, 2 fl. oz., Vitamin B-12 Liquid Energy, NOW Foods, 2 Dropper Bottle, 1 oz., Vitamin B-12, California Natural, 1000 mcg, 60 Tabs, Vitamin B-12 / Cyanocobalamin, 2000 mcg, 100 Sublingual Lozenges, Vitamin B-12 LipoSpray, NOW Foods, 2 oz., Vitamin B-12 (Cobalamin), 50 mcg & B-9 (Folic Acid), 400 mcg, 1 fl. oz.
Vitamin C	5,000-20,000 mg daily. See Ascorbic Acid Flush.	Important antioxidant that protects against cell damage. Smoking drastically depletes the body of vitamin C. Meta C Vitamin C Supplement, 1000 mg, 100 Tabs, Effer-C, Instant Fizzy Vitamin D Drink Mix Powder, Orange Flavor, NOW Foods, 1000 mg, 36 Packets, Vitamin C Complex Powder, Vegetarian, Formula, NOW Foods, 8 oz., Vitamin C Liquid, with Rose Hips & Bioflavonoids, Kosher, Natural Citrus Flavor, Dynamic Health, 1000 mg, 16 fl. oz., Vitamin C 1000 with Bioflavonoids, Nature's Way, 100% Natural, 1000 mg, 250 VCaps, Ester C With Bioflavonoids, Nature's Way, 1000 mg, 90 Tabs, Vitamin C 1000 With Bioflavonoids, Nature's Way, 100% Natural, 1000 mg, 250 VCaps, The Right C, Nature's Way, 1000 mg, 120 Tabs
And Folic Acid	400 mcg daily.	Needed for the formation of red blood cells; important for healthy cell division and replication. Folic Acid (Vitamin B-9), 100% Natural, Nature's Way, 800 mcg, 100 Caps
Vitamin E	Start with 200 IU daily and increase by 200 IU each month, up to 800 IU daily.	One of the most powerful antioxidants, needed to protect cells and organs from damage by the smoke. Vitamin E, D-Alpha Tocopherol, Nature's Way, 400 IU, 100 Softgels, Ester E Natural Vitamin E, California Natural, 400 IU, 60 Softgels, Vitamin E, 400 IU, 100% Natural, NOW Foods, 100 Gels, Vitamin E-1000, NOW Foods, 1000 IU, 100 Gels, Vitamin E Succinate, Derived From Soy, Allergy Research Group / Nutricology, 100 Caps, Vitamin E, D-Alpha Tocopheryl Acetate, 100% Natural, NOW Foods, 400 IU, 250 Softgels, Vitamin E, Mixed Tocopherols, Unesterified, 400 IU, NOW Foods, 250 Softgels
Very Important
Vitamin A	25,000 IU daily. Caution: If you are pregnant, do not exceed 10,000 IU daily.	Antioxidants that aid in the healing of mucous membranes, important for protection. Vitamin A, 10,000 IU, 100% Natural, Nature's Way, 100 Softgels
And Natural Beta-Carotene or Carotenoid Complex (Betatene)	15,000 IU daily As directed on label.	Important for lung problems. Beta Carotene, 100% Natural Dunaliella Salina, Nature's Way, 25,000 IU, 100 Softgels, Beta Carotene, Dry Natural, Nature's Way, 25,000 IU, 100 Caps, Antioxidant Formula Supplement, All Natural, Nature's Way, 100 Tabs, Multi-Carotene Antioxidant, Nature's Way, 60 Softgels
Zinc	50-80 mg daily. Do not exceed a total of 100 mg daily from all supplements.	Important in immune function. Use zinc gluconate lozenges or OptiZinc for best absorption. Zinc (Chelated), 100% Natural, Nature's Way, 30 mg, 100 Caps, Colloidal Silver & Zinc Lozenges, Silva Solution, 90 Lozenges, Ionic Zinc, Trace Minerals, 50 mg, 2 fl. oz., Zinc Lozenges W/ Echinacea & Vitamin C, Nature's Way, 23 mg, 60 Lozenges, Zinc Ionic Mineral Supplement, Fully Absorbable, 100 +/- ppm, 16 fl. oz.
Helpful
Body Language Super Antioxidant (From Oxyfresh)	As directed on label.	Contains antioxidant vitamins and herbs to protect against free radical damage. Lycopene Super Antioxidant Supplement, Nature's Way, 5 mg, 60 Softgels, Antioxidant Supplement, Vegetarian, Herbal Remedies USA, 250 mg, 60 Liquid VCaps, Air Defense Natural Immune Booster, For Respiratory Health, NOW Foods, 90 VCaps, Irwin Naturals Immune Shield, Immune System Support, 100 Gelcaps
Cell Guard (From Biotec Foods)	As directed on label.	Provides high levels of antioxidant enzymes for cellular health. Fulvic Mineral Complex, 32 fl. oz.
Chlorophyll (Kyo-Green from Wakunaga is a good source.)	As directed on label 3 times daily.	Aids in clear breathing. Kyo Green Barley Grass Supplement, Powdered Drink Mix, Energy, Vegetarian, Kyolic, 10 oz., Chlorophyll With Alfalfa Powder, NOW Foods, 100 mg, 90 Caps, Chlorofresh Chlorophyll Supplement, Nature's Way, 50 mg, 90 Softgels, Chlorofresh Liquid Chlorophyll, Mint Flavor, Nature's Way, 16 fl. oz., Chlorella Powder, NOW Foods, 100% Pure, 4 oz., Vital Greens, Vital Earth, 180 Caps
Dimethylglycine (DMG) (Aangamik DMG from FoodScience Labs)	As directed on label.	Detoxifies the body and helps the body maintain high energy levels. DMG Supplement, N,N Dimethyl Glycine, NOW Foods, 125 mg, 100 Caps
Herpanacine (From Diamond-Herpanacine Associates)	As directed on label.	Detoxifies the body, balances the nervous system, and boosts immunity.
L-Cysteine And L-Methionine Plus L-Glutathione	As directed on label, on empty stomach. Take with water or juice. Do not take with milk. Take with 50 mg vitamin B-6 and 100 mg vitamin C for better absorption. For Glutathione: As directed on label.	Potent detoxifiers that protect the lungs, liver, brain, and tissues from cigarette smoke. Glutathione protects the liver. L-Cysteine Structural Support, With Vitamin B-6 & C, Vegetarian, NOW Foods, 500 mg, 100 Tabs, NAC (N-Acetyl Cysteine), With Selenium & Molybdenum, NOW Foods, 600 mg, 100 Caps, L-Methionine, Plus B-6, NOW Foods, 500 mg / 10 mg, 100 Caps, SAM-e, Enteric Coated, NOW Foods, 100 mg, 30 Tabs, SAM-e With B Vitamin Cofactors, Vegetarian, Enteric Coated, NOW Foods, 200 mg, 60 Tabs, L-Glutathione, NOW Foods, 250 mg, 60 Caps, ThioDox Glutathione Complex, Hypoallergenic, Allergy Research Group/Nutricology, 90 Tabs, Glutathione With Vitamin C, Hypoallergenic, Allergy Research Group/Nutricology, 60 Caps
Maitake	1,000-4,000 mg daily.	Inhibits carcinogenesis and protects against metastasis through the lungs. Maitake Full Spectrum Extract, 300 mg, 90 VCaps, Maitake Mushroom Powder, 100% Organic, 4 oz., Maitake Mushroom Whole, Certified Organic, 4 oz, Dry Weight, Maitake Mushroom Tincture, 100% Organic, 2 fl. oz.
Multi-Vitamin & Mineral Complex With Selenium	As directed on label. 200 mcg daily.	Necessary for immune function. Helps to prevent cell damage. Prenatal Multi-Vitamin & Mineral, 100% Natural Complete, Nature's Way, 180 Caps, Multi-Vitamin Supplement, 100% Natural, Nature's Way, 100 Tabs, Multi-Vitamin & Multi-Mineral with Iron & Selenium, Nature's Way, 100 Caps, Alive, Whole Food Energizer Multi-Vitamin & Mineral with Naturally Occurring Iron (No Iron Added), Nature's Way, 90 Tabs, Super Multi-Vitamin & Multi-Mineral, Pure Vital Earth, 98% Bio-Available For Absorption, 32 fl. oz., Damage Control Master Formula, High Potency Multi-Vitamin, 60 Packets, 30 Day Supply, Liquid Multi-Vitamin & Mineral Complex, With Trace Minerals, Orange Mango Flavor, 32 fl. oz., Complete Multi-Vitamin & Mineral, Trace Minerals, 120 Tabs, Maxi Multi-Liquid Vitamin With Trace Minerals, 32 fl. oz., Multi-Vitamin With Minerals, Hi-Tech, 90 Tabs, Hypo Allergenic Multiple Vitamin & Mineral, Nutribiotic, 180 Caps
Raw Thymus Glandular	As directed on label.	A glandular that improves immune function. Thymus Organic Glandular (Hypoallergenic), Allergy Research Group, Nutricology, 75 Caps

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HERBS

Burdock Root and Red Clover help cleanse the bloodstream of toxins.

Herbal Remedies: Burdock Supplements & Products

Herbal Remedies: Red Clover Supplements & Products

Cayenne (Capsicum) desensitizes respiratory tract cells to irritants from cigarette smoke.

Mountain Rose Herbs: Cayenne, Bulk Organic Herbs

Herbal Remedies: Cayenne Pepper Supplement, Nature's Way, 450 mg, 180 Caps

Herbal Remedies: CapsiCool, Cayenne Supplement, Nature's Way, 390 mg, 100 Caps

Herbal Remedies: Cayenne Supplement Tincture, 2 fl. oz.

Herbal Remedies: Cayenne Extra Hot Formula Supplement, 100,000 HU, Nature's Way, 450 mg, 100 Caps

Herbal Remedies: Cayenne & Garlic Supplement, Nature's Way, 100 Caps

Herbal Remedies: Cayenne Supplements & Products

Catnip, Hops, Lobelia, Skullcap, and/or Valerian Root can be used to help reduce the nervousness and anxiety that may accompany nicotine withdrawal. Caution: Do not take Lobelia internally on an ongoing basis.

Mountain Rose Herbs: Catnip, Bulk Organic Herbs

Herbal Remedies: Catnip Herb Tincture, 2 fl. oz.

Herbal Remedies: Catnip Herb, Nature's Way, 380 mg 100 Caps

Herbal Remedies: Catnip Supplements & Products

Mountain Rose Herbs: Hops, Bulk Organic Herbs

Herbal Remedies: Hops Herb Supplement, Nature's Way, 310 mg, 100 Caps

Herbal Remedies: Hops Herb Tincture, 2 fl. oz.

Herbal Remedies: Silent Night Formula With Hops & Valerian Supplement, 100 Caps

Mountain Rose Herbs: Lobelia, Bulk Organic Herbs

Herbal Remedies: Lobelia Extract Tincture, Herbal Remedies USA, 2 fl. oz.

Herbal Remedies: Lobelia Herb, Nature's Way, 425 mg, 100 Caps

Herbal Remedies: Smokers Rescue, 7-Day Stop Smoking System, Compares to Smoke Away

Herbal Remedies: Lobelia Supplements & Products

Mountain Rose Herbs: Skullcap, Bulk Organic Herbs

Herbal Remedies: Skullcap Tincture, 100% Organic, Herbal Remedies USA, 2 fl. oz.

Herbal Remedies: Scullcap (Skullcap) Herb, Nature's Way, 425 mg, 100 Caps

Herbal Remedies: Skullcap Supplements & Products

Mountain Rose Herbs: Valerian, Bulk Organic Herbs

Herbal Remedies: Valerian Root Powder (Valeriana Officinalis), 4 oz. Bulk

Herbal Remedies: Valerian Nighttime With Lemon Balm Supplement, Nature's Way, 265 mg, 100 Tabs

Herbal Remedies: Valerian Root Extract, Standardized, 510 mg, 90 Caps

Herbal Remedies: Valerian Root, Nature's Way, 530 mg, 100 VCaps

Herbal Remedies: Valerian Root Glycerite Tincture, 2 fl. oz.

Herbal Remedies: Amantilla-Relax, Valerian Liquid Extract, 30 ml

Herbal Remedies: Silent Night Formula With Hops & Valerian Supplement, 100 Caps

Herbal Remedies: Valerian Supplements & Products

Herbal Remedies: Sleep Formula, Natural Insomnia Remedy, Vegetarian, Herbal Remedies USA, 1000 mg, 60 Liquid VCaps

Herbal Remedies: Rest & Relax Tea, Yogi Tea, 6 Boxes, 16 Tea Bags

Herbal Remedies: Bedtime Tea, Natural Sleep Aid, Certified Organic, Yogi Tea, 16 Tea Bags

Herbal Remedies: Insomnia Formula Tincture, 2 fl. oz.

Dandelion root and Silymarin (Milk Thistle Extract) protect the liver against harmful toxins from cigarette smoke.

Mountain Rose Herbs: Dandelion, Bulk Organic Herbs

Herbal Remedies: Dandelion Root Powder (Taraxacum Officinale), 4 oz. Bulk

Herbal Remedies: Dandelion Root Supplement, Nature's Way, Vegetarian, 540 mg, 180 VCaps

Herbal Remedies: Dandelion Tea, NOW Foods, Organic, 30 Tea Bags

Herbal Remedies: Dandelion Root Tincture, 100% Organic, 2 fl. oz.

Herbal Remedies: Dandelion Supplements & Products

Mountain Rose Herbs: Milk Thistle, Bulk Organic Herbs

Herbal Remedies: Silymarin Milk Thistle Extract, NOW Foods, With Artichoke & Dandelion Extract, 300 mg, 50 VCaps

Herbal Remedies: Milk Thistle Extract, Standardized, Nature's Way, 175 mg 60 VCaps

Herbal Remedies: Milk Thistle Seed Tincture, 100% Organic, 2 fl. oz.

Herbal Remedies: Thisilyn Milk Thistle Extract, Vegetarian, Nature's Way, 175 mg, 100 VCaps

Herbal Remedies: Milk Thistle Seed Powder (Silybum Marianum), 4 oz. Bulk

Herbal Remedies: Milk Thistle Supplements & Products

Ginger causes perspiration, which helps the body to shed some of the poisons ingested through smoking. It also soothes stomach irritation occasional experienced with the use of Cayenne or Lobelia.

Mountain Rose Herbs: Ginger, Bulk Organic Herbs

Herbal Remedies: Ginger Tea, Organic Digestive Aid, Yogi Tea, 16 Tea Bags

Herbal Remedies: Ginger Aid Tea, Kosher, Organic, Traditional Medicinals, 6 Boxes, 16 Tea Bags

Herbal Remedies: African Ginger Tea, Organic & Kosher, African Red Tea Imports, 20 Bags

Herbal Remedies: Ginger Tea, 20 Tea Bags

Herbal Remedies: Ginger Root Powder (Zingiber Officinale), 4 oz. Bulk

Herbal Remedies: Ginger Root Tincture, 100% Organic, 2 fl. oz.

Herbal Remedies: Ginger Honey Crystals, 10 Packets Per Box

Herbal Remedies: Crystallized Ginger Slices, NOW Foods, 12 oz.

Herbal Remedies: Ginger Supplements & Products

Mountain Rose Herbs: Cayenne, Bulk Organic Herbs

Herbal Remedies: Cayenne Supplements & Products

Mountain Rose Herbs: Lobelia, Bulk Organic Herbs

Herbal Remedies: Lobelia Supplements & Products

Slippery Elm relieves lung congestion and coughs.

Mountain Rose Herbs: Slippery Elm, Bulk Organic Herbs

Herbal Remedies: Slippery Elm Bark Powder (Ulmus Rubra), 4 oz. Bulk

Herbal Remedies: Loquat Respiratory Syrup With Slippery Elm & Wild Cherry, Planetary Herbals, 4 oz.

Herbal Remedies: Slippery Elm Supplement Tincture, 2 fl. oz.

Herbal Remedies: Slippery Elm Bark, Nature's Way, 370 mg, 100 Caps

Herbal Remedies: Slippery Elm Lozenges, Thayers Original, 24 Lozenges

Herbal Remedies: Throat Comfort Tea, With Slippery Elm & Mullein, Yogi Tea, Caffeine Free, Certified Organic, 16 Tea Bags

Herbal Remedies: Slippery Elm Supplements & Products

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DIETARY RECOMMENDATIONS & SUGGESTIONS

Consume more asparagus, broccoli, Brussels sprouts, cabbage, cauliflower, spinach, sweet potatoes, and turnips. Eat plenty of grains, nuts, seeds, and unpolished brown rice. Millet cereal is a good source of protein. Eat wheat, oat, and bran. Also consume yellow and deep-orange vegetables such as carrots, pumpkin, squash, and yams. Apples, berries, Brazil nuts, cantaloupe, cherries, grapes, legume (including chickpeas, lentils, and red beans), and plums are also helpful.

Eat onions and fresh garlic (lots of them) or you can use garlic in supplement form if you need to, but I feel fresh garlic has much better healing properties.

Herbal Remedies: Garlic Oil Tincture, Alcohol Free, Nature's Way, 1 fl. oz.

Herbal Remedies: Garlic Bulb Cloves, Garlic Supplement, Nature's Way, 580 mg, 100 Caps

Herbal Remedies: Odorless Garlic Supplement, NOW Foods, 50 mg, 250 SoftGels

Herbal Remedies: Garlic Supplement, Kwai, Triple Concentrated, 180 Tabs

Herbal Remedies: Every Day Garlic Supplement, Kwai, 30 Tabs

Herbal Remedies: Garlic Tincture, 100% Organic, 2 fl. oz.

Herbal Remedies: Aged Garlic Extract, Cardiovascular Formula 100, Wakunaga Kyolic Supplements, 300 Caps

Herbal Remedies: Kyolic Liquid Aged Garlic Extract, Cardiovascular, Vegetarian, Wakunaga Kyolic, 4 fl. oz.

Herbal Remedies: Kyolic Aged Garlic Extract, One-A-Day, Vegetarian, 1000 mg, Wakunaga Kyolic, 30 Caps

Herbal Remedies: Aged Garlic Extract, Cholesterol Formula 104, Wakunaga Kyolic, 200 Caps

Cook all sprouts slightly except for alfalfa sprouts, which should be eaten raw.

Drink fresh carrot juice daily as a preventive measure against lung cancer. Also drink fresh beet juice (made from both the roots and the greens) and asparagus juice. All dark-colored juices are good, as are black currants. Also beneficial is apple juice, if it is fresh. Drink fruit juices in the morning and vegetable juices in the afternoon.

MoonDragon's Nutrition Therapy: Juicing

Do not consume any junk foods, processed refined foods, saturated fats, salt, sugar, or white flour. Instead of salt, use a kelp or potassium substitute. If you must, use a small amount of black strap molasses or pure maple syrup as a natural sweetener in place of sugar. Use whole wheat or rye instead of white flour. Eliminate alcohol, coffee, and all teas except for herbal teas.

Herbal Remedies: Kelp Seaweed, Norwegian Powder, 4 oz. Bulk

Herbal Remedies: Potassium Chloride Powder, NOW Foods, Vegetarian, 8 oz.

Do not eat any animal products except for broiled fish (up to 3 servings per week). Never eat luncheon meat, hot dogs, or smoked or cured meats. Limit you consumption of dairy products to a little low-fat yogurt, kefir, or raw cheese on an occasional basis.

MoonDragon's Nutrition Recipes: Homemade Yogurt

Do not eat any peanuts. Limit, but do not eliminate altogether, your intake of soybean products; they contain enzyme inhibitors.

Drink quality spring or steam-distilled water only.

To accelerate toxin elimination, see FASTING and follow the program. Many people have been successful in the quest to stop smoking by going on a fast using only live juices and quality steam-distilled water. A live juice fast can quickly remove nicotine and other damaging chemical from the body. Adhering to a five-day live juice and cleansing fast can have amazing results. See Juicing for more information about this subject.

There are several natural products on the market that may help you deal with withdrawal symptoms, such as Smoking Withdrawal from Natra-Bio Homeopathic.

Herbal Remedies: Smokers Rescue, 7-Day Stop Smoking System, Compares to Smoke Away

There are many different strategies for overcoming smoking dependency. The secret to success may be finding the approach that is right for you. No If's, And's or Butts, The Smoker's Guide to Quitting, By Harlan M. Krumholz and Robert H. Phillips (Avery Publishing Group, 1993), is a comprehensive and detailed guide to the many and varied strategies that have helped people to break the smoking habit.

There are also a number of organizations that can provide valuable information and programs to help you quit smoking. Two of the most highly recommended are:

American Cancer Society
1599 Clifton Road
Atlanta, GA 30329
800-ACS-2345 or 404-320-3333
www.cancer.org

American Lung Association
61 Broadway, 6th Floor
New York, NY 10006
800-LUNG-USA or 212-315-8700
www.lungusa.org

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NUTRITIONAL SUPPLEMENTS

The following nutrients are important for healing once appropriate local treatment has been administered. Unless otherwise specified, the following recommended doses are for those over the age of 18. For a child between 12 and 17 years old, reduce the dose to 3/4 the recommended amount.

Addiction Free Naturally: Liberating Yourself From Sugar, Caffeine, Food Addictions, Tobacco, By Brigette Mars A comprehensive guide that helps you overcome addictions by using natural remedies including herbs, homeopathy, aromatherapy, flower essence remedies, color therapy, acupressure, and more.

Antioxidant Formula Supplement, All Natural, Nature's Way, 100 Tabs Nature's Way Antioxidant Formula Antioxidant Supplement is 100% natural.

Colon & Liver Cleanser, 16 fl. oz. CAC liquid is a colon and liver cleanser and detoxifier as well as a blood cleanser that serves to regulate the bowel movements so that the stool is so soft it breaks up into a cloud.

Lobelia Herb, Nature's Way, 425 mg, 100 Caps Lobelia (Lobelia inflata) often called Asthma weed or Puke weed has been used for centuries as a mild expectorant. The herb is named after botanist Matthias de Lobel who died in London in 1616. It has been used in preparations designed to lessen one's desire for nicotine. Externally it is used as an infusion of Lobelia can be used to treat ophthalmic disorders, and the tincture is used as a topical for sprains, bruises, or skin diseases. It has been suggested that Lobelia may reduce cravings and nervousness associated with smoking withdrawal.

Smoke Free, Homeopathic Formula, Boericke & Tafel, 100 Tabs Smoke Free Tablets are a homeopathic combination to help reduce cravings and withdrawal symptoms from cigarette smoking. Smoke Free Naturally.

Smoke Less Aromatherapy Inhaler with Lemon, Pine & Eucalyptus The pure essential oils used in the Smoke Less Scent Inhaler were selected by Earth Solutions specifically for their known benefits in helping to resist the urge to smoke, making it easier for you to quit smoking.

Smokers Rescue, 7-Day Stop Smoking System, Compares to Smoke Away The Smokers Rescue, 7-Day Stop Smoking System helps people put away the physical, psychological, and emotional challenges of quitting. These natural supplements and aromatherapy help reduce smoke cravings, calm nerves, and empower smokers with the confidence to get away smoke-free. Compares to 7 Day Smoke Away. Works against cigarettes, cigars, chew, and snuff for men and women.

Stop Cravings Formula Tincture, 100% Organic, 2 fl. oz. This formula helps people move through the withdrawal symptoms from addictions such as drugs, alcohol, smoking, and foods.

Stopsmoking Herbal Tea, 20 Tea Bags Stopsmoking Herbal Tea is made of licorice, mentha (peppermint) with an excellent flavor. Grown on the pollution-free high plateau of northwest China, they contain glycyrrhizic acid, triterpenoid saponins, flavonoid, amino acids, mint oil, menthone, etc. Extensively used in traditional Chinese medicine for its antitussive, expectorant and other qualities to clear respiratory ducts, stop coughing, and to correct addictive behavior. It is a detoxifier and system cleanser.

Ultimate Respiratory Cleanse with Mullein, Nature's Secret, 60 Tabs The harmful effects of air pollution, industrial gases and airborne toxins on our respiratory systems is well known. Fortunately, there's Ultimate Respiratory Cleanse by Nature's Secret, a powerful, synergistic herbal blend that will cleanse, strengthen and rejuvenate the entire respiratory system. This formula also provides unique nourishment specifically for the immune system.

Vitamin C-1000 With Bioflavonoids, Nature's Way, 100% Natural, 1000 mg, 250 VCaps Nature's Way Vitamin C with Bioflavonoids provides antioxidant protection for many of the body's important enzyme systems.

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