Quitting smoking is one of the healthiest things a person can do, but it’s also among the hardest, especially for teenage smokers who battle not only addiction but also the social pressure to keep ...

NEW YORK (Reuters Health) - For pregnant women who want to quit smoking, a brisk walk can temporarily stave off tobacco cravings, says a Canadian study. Previous research has shown that exercise can ...

Sept 21 (Reuters) - Encouraging teenage smokers not only to quit, but to get physically active, may boost their odds of truly managing to kick the habit, a study said. Some research in adults has ...

Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. For millions of Americans wondering about the best way to quit smoking, the journey can feel daunting. Nicotine changes the ...

Smoking cessation long-term rates were not improved using a mobile instant messaging-supported exercise intervention vs brief cessation advice.

Kicking the habit may add centimeters to your waist, but this twin study reveals that physical activity is the key to staying trim after quitting. Discover how genes, lifestyle, and movement shape ...

Ramadan is seen as a suitable opportunity for smokers in their efforts to quit smoking, due to the religious and social factors this ...

Training health professionals in stop-smoking techniques helps encourage health professionals to ask patients if they are smoking. If a patient is smoking, health professionals are then equipped with ...

Quitting smoking often leads to weight gain due to a combination of decreased metabolism and increased eating. The metabolic boost from nicotine accounts for 31% of weight gain, while increased eating ...