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If you are concerned about gaining weight, exercise is a great alternative

Unsurprisingly, its also the best

Even if you are treating your sleep apnea, your continued smoking habit is going to infringe upon those benefits

At least thats what I do (female young adult, mid/high-SES)

To further protect against relapses, you might also consider seeking support from a smoking cessation program or therapist who specializes in addiction

Use Nicotine Replacement Therapy (NRT): NRT products like patches, gums, lozenges, nasal sprays, and inhalers can help manage withdrawal symptoms by providing a low dose of nicotine without harmful chemicals found in cigarettes