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Smoking Advice

June 2024

Smoking & sex - Benefits of quitting for sex drive

Discover how quitting smoking can improve your sex drive. Learn about the benefits & effects of quitting smoking on sexual health. Find out more here.

Smoking Health

May 2024

Nicotine withdrawal timeline

How long does nicotine withdrawal last? Discover Allen Carr's timeline guide to quitting nicotine and find effective strategies to break your addiction.

Smoking Advice

May 2024

Why nicotine & smoking makes you tired

Find out if quitting smoking has a direct impact on your energy levels. Learn how nicotine affects your body and what to expect during the cessation process.

Smoking Advice

May 2024

What happens to your skin when you quit smoking?

Learn about the effects of quitting smoking on your skin and face. Discover the positive changes and benefits of kicking this unhealthy habit today.

Vaping Advice

May 2024

Is vaping safer or worse than smoking cigarettes?

Discover whether vaping is a safer alternative to smoking cigarettes. Read our comprehensive analysis on the risks involved and make an informed decision.

Smoking Facts

May 2024

Smoking industry: stats, facts & side effects for 2024

Learn all you need to know about smoking in our comprehensive guide. Discover the latest facts, statistics, and potential side effects.

Smoking Facts

April 2024

Smoking Statistics in the UK

Learn all you need to know about UK smoking in our comprehensive guide. Discover the latest facts, statistics, and potential side effects.

Smoking Health

April 2024

Nicotine side effects guide - Duration & addiction risk

Discover the side effects of nicotine and the risks of addiction with our guide. Learn about the duration of nicotine withdrawals.

Smoking Advice

April 2024

Understand the short & long-term effects of quitting smoking

This article focuses on the various effects of quitting smoking on health, including the short-term and long-term benefits of quitting, as well as the potential health problems that may arise...

Smoking Advice

April 2024

Quit smoking motivation – stay motivated while quitting

Find the motivation to quit smoking for good. Our tips and tricks will help you stay focused and on track. Get inspired to live a smoke-free life.

Smoking Health

April 2024

Natural remedies to help you quit smoking

Learn how to quit smoking naturally with our guide. Discover natural methods that will help you kick the habit for good. Start your journey to better health.

Smoking Health

April 2024

How to quit smoking cold turkey: Pros, cons and tips

Learn how to quit smoking cold turkey with expert tips from Allen Carr. Discover the pros and cons of this method for a successful and healthier lifestyle.

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Smoking & sex - Benefits of quitting for sex drive

Smoking industry: stats, facts & side effects for 2024

Nicotine withdrawal timeline

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Smoking & sex - Benefits of quitting for sex drive

Nicotine withdrawal timeline

Why nicotine & smoking makes you tired

What happens to your skin when you quit smoking?

Is vaping safer or worse than smoking cigarettes?

Smoking industry: stats, facts & side effects for 2024

Smoking Statistics in the UK

Nicotine side effects guide - Duration & addiction risk

Understand the short & long-term effects of quitting smoking

Quit smoking motivation – stay motivated while quitting

Natural remedies to help you quit smoking

How to quit smoking cold turkey: Pros, cons and tips

Explore other topics

Facts

Advice

Facts

Health

In the News

Your Future

Celebrities

Podcast

Featured articles

Smoking & sex - Benefits of quitting for sex drive

Smoking industry: stats, facts & side effects for 2024

Nicotine withdrawal timeline

All Articles

Smoking & sex - Benefits of quitting for sex drive

Nicotine withdrawal timeline

Why nicotine & smoking makes you tired

What happens to your skin when you quit smoking?

Is vaping safer or worse than smoking cigarettes?

Smoking industry: stats, facts & side effects for 2024

Smoking Statistics in the UK

Nicotine side effects guide - Duration & addiction risk

Understand the short & long-term effects of quitting smoking

Quit smoking motivation – stay motivated while quitting

Natural remedies to help you quit smoking

How to quit smoking cold turkey: Pros, cons and tips

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