It's hard to quit smoking.The FDA does not approve e-cigs as a smoking cessation device, but they are becoming more and more popular to help people curb cigarette use.Nicotine is an addictive substance found in regular cigarettes and e-cigs may help you quit.The manufacturers of e-cigs claim they can help you quit smoking, but this has not been proven, and the results from preliminary research are mixed.Some people claim that using e-cigs has helped them reduce their reliance on tobacco products.
Step 1: Do you know your nicotine intake?
Understanding the amount of nicotine in your e-cig will help you avoid physical withdrawals.Liquid nicotine can be used in e-cigs.If you feel like you need more nicotine than your body is used to, you can always adjust the amount of nicotine you use.If you smoke Marlboro, Camel, or other readily available brands at a pack a day, you should start with about 18 grams of nicotine or 1.8% concentration.It will help prevent physical withdrawals.If you smoke more natural brands like American Spirit or Lucky Strikes at a pack a day or more, 24 or 2.4% liquid nicotine is a good starting point.If you smoke less than a pack of cigarettes a day and are used to a light cigarette taste, 12 or 1.2% e-cig nicotine liquid is good.
Step 2: Pick the type of e-cig experience you want.
E-cigs are an effective cigarette alternative because they replicate a cigarette smoking experience, unlike the patch or gum.Smoking is a more complete experience than e-cigs.People become used to smoking.You can choose between a model that mimics a cigarette more directly, or a more technologically advanced model.The most popular e-cigs for beginners are cigarette replicas.These are small and lightweight, and will look and feel like a cigarette.These are great for casual smokers.For more options, buy a mid-size model.These are about the size of a cigar.They will have more options and a longer battery life.Heavy, long-time smokers tend to find larger vapor production similar to the experience of a cigarette, and therefore, a better substitute.For advanced options, choose an advanced personal vaporizer.These require some basic knowledge of vaping and are more technologically complex, but they also provide the most customization options, ranging from nicotine levels to the amount of vapor smoke.These will be more difficult for first time users.
Step 3: You can further personalize your e-cig.
You can choose how much smoke you want your e-cig to produce, as well as the length of battery life, and flavors.If you enjoy smoking, choose a high volume e-cig.The taste of smoke is enjoyed by many smokers.If you enjoy smoking, choose a model that produces high levels of vapor.Choose models that have long battery life.Someone who likes to have a cigarette with friends after dinner could be you.A long battery life and e-cig can be used for this.If you choose an e-cig that resembles your smoking habits, you'll be more likely to stick with it.There are also flavors of e-cigs.If you are used to smoking menthol cigarettes, or just want a new taste altogether, look into flavors of e-cigs.
Step 4: Understand what the benefits are.
Although you shouldn't consider an e-cig a "healthy" alternative to smoking, there are some advantages you may notice right away.E-cigs are cheaper than regular cigarettes.They are cheaper to maintain than cigarettes because they are not taxed like cigarettes.There are more options with e-cigs.You can choose from a variety of flavors and nicotine concentrations.
Step 5: A craving journal is a must have.
To get the most out of your e-cig, you need to zero in on your cravings.It will help you use the e-cig to meet non-physical cravings and reduce your body's dependence on nicotine.It's a good idea to keep a running log of when you smoke, how you feel, and how much you want a cigarette a week before your purchase.How intense was your craving?When the craving came on, what were you doing?What are you doing?Who were you with?
Step 6: You should start a plan.
It is thought that the real advantage of an e-cig is that you can gradually decrease your nicotine intake by transitioning to lower and lower strengths of liquid nicotine.Nicotine intake can be reduced if you go cold turkey.Start a timeline and set goals for quitting.If you want to be nicotine free, set a start date and a day.The strength of e-liquid nicotine can be reduced.You should be rewarded for meeting goals.It is hard to quit nicotine.When you meet your goals, reward yourself.If you want others to help you in your journey, go out with friends to a new restaurant or buy something you've been meaning to buy.
Step 7: It's better to reduce temptations.
Get rid of all of your tobacco products.Once you no longer have cigarettes around, you can rely on your e-cig to help you get through cravings and tough patches, while also reducing your nicotine intake.Other behaviors are likely to cause cravings.For many people this can be drinking alcohol, hanging out in certain settings, and even excessive caffeine that will increase cravings for nicotine.
Step 8: Monitor your nicotine intake.
It is difficult to quit smoking.Nicotine addiction can cause physical withdrawal symptoms like headaches, nausea, and even fatigue.An e-cig can be effective because it allows you to gradually decrease the amount of nicotine in your body to avoid some of the effects of physical withdrawal.
Step 9: Gradually reduce nicotine intake.
If you want to gradually reduce the amount of nicotine in your e-cigs, most companies offer different nicotine concentrations.You can use your e-cig to satisfy cravings that make you want to smoke while reducing your body's dependence on nicotine.Most companies have nicotine levels ranging from 3.6% to 2.4%.You will want to make the wean off more gradual if you are a heavy smoker.You may want to do this slowly.If you start at 2.4%, the next week will be 1.8%, and so on.
Step 10: You can continue smoking the e-cig as long as you please.
You can use a nicotine-free liquid in an e-cig.You can keep using the e-cig even after your body no longer needs nicotine.Continue to use your e-cig in the car if you're used to smoking while driving.You should have an e-cig on you.It is possible to stave off falling off the wagon if you have the e-cig on hand.You can use the information from your journal entries to prepare.Make sure you have your e-cig with you on those occasions and review what triggered it.