Ex-smokers 'may gain up to 5kg'

11 July 2012
Last updated at 03:10












Appetite and sense of smell may improve after quitting, possibly tempting quitters to snack more


The average weight gain associated with giving up smoking is much higher than previously thought, experts have found.
People can expect to put on up to 5kg (11lb) within a year of quitting, research published on bmj.com suggests.
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