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Smoking cessation and weight gain.

S J Leischow1, M L Stitzer

  • 1Palo Alto Center for Pulmonary Disease Prevention, CA 94304-1509.

British Journal of Addiction
|May 1, 1991
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Most smokers gain weight after quitting, influenced by diet. Pharmacologic treatments are more effective than behavioral methods for weight gain prevention during smoking cessation.

Area of Science:

  • Public Health
  • Behavioral Science

Background:

  • Smoking cessation is a major public health goal.
  • Weight gain is a common side effect of smoking cessation.
  • Understanding the mechanisms and treatments for weight gain is crucial.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To review progress in understanding smoking cessation and associated weight gain.
  • To evaluate current treatment methods for preventing postcessation weight gain.
  • To identify areas for future research.

Main Methods:

  • Literature review of research since the 1988 Surgeon General's Report.
  • Analysis of mechanisms driving weight gain (caloric intake, energy expenditure).
  • Comparison of pharmacologic and behavioral treatment efficacies.

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Main Results:

  • Smoking cessation leads to weight gain in most individuals.
  • Changes in caloric intake are the primary driver of weight gain.
  • Pharmacologic treatments show greater efficacy in preventing weight gain compared to behavioral methods.
  • Concern about weight gain, particularly in females, influences smoking relapse.

Conclusions:

  • Significant advancements have been made in understanding and treating postcessation weight gain.
  • Pharmacologic interventions offer effective options for weight management during smoking cessation.
  • Further research on individual differences and tailored treatments is warranted.