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Solution to stop smoking; stop the craving
Neurological Disorders
Question #15579
57 days ago
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Solution to stop smoking; stop the craving - #15579

Kavita Shah

What is the solution to stop smoking; To stop craving of a cigarette and especially when it is linked to your digestion? As it helps many people to excrete faster. But then it leads to addiction; please advice remedy

Age: 25
Chronic illnesses: None
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Dear Kavita, It’s commendable that you’re taking the step to quit smoking, especially when it has become linked to your digestion. Smoking creates both a physical and psychological dependency, and when the body starts relying on nicotine for bowel movements, it can feel even harder to quit. However, Ayurveda offers natural ways to reduce cravings, detoxify the body, and support digestion without the need for cigarettes. To help with cravings, certain herbs can be very effective. Vacha (Acorus calamus) is known to reduce addictive tendencies—chewing on a small piece of dried root can help control the urge to smoke. Tulsi (holy basil) can detoxify the lungs and ease withdrawal symptoms; drinking tulsi tea or chewing fresh leaves is beneficial. If stress or anxiety triggers your smoking habit, Ashwagandha and Brahmi can provide natural calming effects. Additionally, sipping on fennel tea or chewing cardamom pods whenever cravings arise can help distract the mind and satisfy oral fixation. Since smoking stimulates digestion, your concern about constipation is valid. Instead of relying on nicotine, you can support your digestive system with Triphala powder (1 tsp with warm water before bed), and 1 tsp cow ghee on empty stomach in the morning, which gently cleanses the intestines and promotes regular bowel movements. Additionally, drinking warm water with ghee at night lubricates the gut, while spices like jeera (cumin), saunf (fennel), and ajwain (carom seeds) can be added to meals or taken with warm water after eating to aid digestion. Light yoga and pranayama (breathing exercises), especially Anulom Vilom and Kapalbhati, also help improve gut function and reduce cravings. Quitting smoking is a journey, but with the right approach, your body will gradually detox, cravings will lessen, and digestion will stabilize naturally. If you’d like a more personalized Ayurvedic plan based on your dosha, I’d be happy to guide you further. Wishing you strength and balance on this path!
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