World No Tobacco Day

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31-05-2023

Brilliant idea! On May 31, World No Tobacco Day, all smoking Netherlands throws the last pack in the trash. The sun is shining and the terraces are tempting. Do you join? Terraces smoke-free, new generation smoke-free, your house, your clothes, and your hair smoke-free. YOU smoke-free!

Being outside, breathing, free!
If you're not a fan of terraces but prefer to go into nature, then taking deep breaths and inhaling the scents is the best thing there is. It's much better smoke-free. Make that decision, you'll be done with it in no time! Now is the moment!

Acupuncture helps
An acupuncturist can help you become a non-smoker. With acupuncture, you will feel calmer and more determined and will be better able to deal with any grumpy moods. This makes it easier for you to be smoke-free. Make an appointment! Enter your postal code in Find an acupuncturist and you will see practices near you.

Practical tips
Avoid the moments where you used to automatically reach for your cigarettes as much as possible, drink less coffee to reduce restlessness, keep your hands busy, go into nature, take deep breaths, inhale the scents of the sea or forest. Drink water, wash your hands at difficult moments, take a shower, book a pampering day at the sauna. Fruit and especially vitamin C are extra beneficial during this time.

Acupressure for challenging moments
You can do even more to get through that initial period more smoothly. By massaging acupuncture points in the ear, you help yourself get through the challenging moments. And it's also a matter of embracing a new habit. And you can do that!
Click here for the acupressure tips!