Will I gain weight after quitting smoking with hypnosis in Columbus —and what can I do?

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TLDR : Worried about gaining weight after quitting? You're not alone. Hypnosis helps retrain cravings, reduce stress eating, and keep your body and brain aligned so you stay smoke-free AND feel great.

🚗 Smoking, Stress & the Columbus Food Scene

Let’s be real: quitting smoking is a big win—but a lot of folks are afraid they'll replace cigarettes with snacks.

And in Columbus? The temptations are real:

Buckeye Donuts after a late shift 🍩
Mikey’s Late Night Slice on a Saturday
Jeni’s ice cream on High Street 🍦

Cravings are part of the process, but they don't have to lead to weight gain.

🧠 What Really Causes Weight Gain After You Quit?

Let’s break it down:

Increased Appetite: Nicotine suppresses hunger. Without it, your true appetite kicks in.
Oral Fixation: Smoking satisfies the mouth’s need to do something.
Emotional Eating: Stress without nicotine = snack attack.
Slowed Metabolism: Nicotine mildly boosts metabolism, but this balances out in a few weeks.

🕵️‍♂️ Enter Hypnotherapy: Your Secret Weapon

Hypnosis works by:

Rewiring habits in your subconscious
Creating new stress-relief anchors
Replacing oral fixation with healthier rituals

You’re not just quitting smoking—you’re upgrading your life.

🌟 Real Columbus Client Wins

"I was so scared I’d gain weight after quitting. But my sessions taught me to breathe instead of binge. I still haven’t picked up a cigarette or a bag of chips." — Angela, Hilliard

"I quit, lost 6 lbs, and started walking the Scioto Mile every morning. Game-changer." — Jamal, Franklinton

📊 Let’s Talk Numbers

Here’s what national data says about average post-quitting weight gain vs. hypnosis clients:

Smokers quitting cold turkey: 6–10 lbs in first 6 months
Smokers using nicotine patches/gum: 5–8 lbs
Smokers using hypnotherapy: 0–4 lbs (and many lose weight)

Pretty sweet deal.

🚶️ What You Can Do Right Now (Even Before You Quit)

✅ Start walking Columbus trails (Olentangy, Alum Creek, Scioto Mile)
☕ Replace cigarettes w/ warm herbal tea—still gives your hands/mouth a job
🌿 Use positive mantras during cravings: "I choose clean lungs & clear energy."
🎧 Listen to hypnosis recordings daily (we’ll send you some free!)

✨ You Can Quit AND Stay Fit

You don’t have to pick one. Hypnosis makes room for both.

Let’s build a version of you that’s smoke-free, snack-smart, and walking through the Columbus Metroparks with pride.

📍 Ready to try it?

Book your first session here or visit our website here and get some more info on how hypnotherapy can help you quit smoking without the weight gain! Or call 614-467-8445 to chat with our team today and schedule your appt!