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Natural Alternatives for Quitting Smoking

Quitting smoking is difficult, no matter which route you take. However, a combination of natural herbs, supplements and amino acids can help to make the process as easy and stress-free as possible.

  1. Passionflower

    • Passionflower is a popular herbal supplement for people who are trying to quit smoking. It helps soothe anxiety and addiction issues without strong sedative effects.

    Inositol

    • A member of the B vitamin family, inositol shows some promise in easing symptoms of depression. It can also fight the mental catch-22s that cause addiction and obsession, so it is a common supplement for addicts of all kinds.

    L-Theanine

    • Theanine is an amino acid found in tea that has no known side effects. It can enhance mental focus and relieve anxiety without the health problems associated with tobacco.

    Ginseng

    • Long known as a stimulant-free energy enhancer and adaptogen, ginseng is also believed to block some of the brain's responses to nicotine. This may help to hinder tobacco cravings.

    Meditation and Hypnotherapy

    • Holistic meditation, counseling and hypnotherapy can be very effective for helping people to stop smoking. Unlike herbal techniques, they are completely free of side effects or drug interactions.

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