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Multidisciplinary Approach to Obesity Management: A Case Report

Multidisciplinary Approach to Obesity Management: A Case Report

Published on: May 30, 2025

[Smoking cessation and weight gain].

G Cairella¹, F Ciaralli, P Longo

¹Dipartimento di Prevenzione, ASL RmB. giuliacairella@tiscalinet.it

Annali Di Igiene : Medicina Preventiva E Di Comunita

|April 5, 2007

Summary

Weight gain after quitting smoking is common, especially for women and older adults who smoke more. Smoking cessation programs should include weight management support to maximize health benefits.

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Multidisciplinary Approach to Obesity Management: A Case Report

Multidisciplinary Approach to Obesity Management: A Case Report

Published on: May 30, 2025

Area of Science:

Public Health
Preventive Medicine
Behavioral Science

Context:

Cigarette smoking remains a leading preventable cause of mortality and morbidity.
Weight gain post-cessation is a significant barrier deterring individuals from quitting smoking.
Understanding predictors of weight gain is crucial for effective smoking cessation interventions.

Purpose:

To identify key predictors associated with weight gain following smoking cessation.
To analyze demographic and smoking-related factors influencing post-cessation weight changes.
To inform the development of comprehensive smoking cessation strategies.

Summary:

A study of 398 former smokers in Rome revealed that 52.5% experienced weight gain after quitting.
Predictors of weight gain included female gender, age over 45, and smoking more than 20 cigarettes daily.
Specifically, women (OR 1.9), those aged 45-65 (OR 2.5), and heavy smokers (>20 cigarettes/day, OR 3.8) showed increased odds of weight gain.

Impact:

Weight gain can potentially offset some health benefits of smoking cessation, necessitating integrated management.
Smoking cessation programs should incorporate strategies to mitigate weight gain, such as dietary guidance and physical activity promotion.
Proactive management of weight changes can enhance long-term smoking cessation success and overall health outcomes.