Better Eating While Quitting Smoking

Everything we take into our body is either:
A Nutrient – which helps the body function (or)
A Toxin – which body must eliminate (detoxify)

Food is necessary for survival of the body and for brain functioning.  When your brain is deprived (starved) of the nutrients it needs for proper functioning, it will send out a command for a substitute for the missing brain chemical. Nicotine will answer the call.

There are 6 kinds of Brain Starvation (deficiencies) that help cause or maintain nicotine addiction:

  1. 1. Mineral
  2. Essential fatty acid and/or phospholipids
  3. Amino Acid 9 protein)*
  4. Vitamins B and C
  5. Water

• Neurotransmitters are made from protein

Four Powerful *Neurotransmitters that can:

  • Minimize moodiness, depression, and anxiety
  • Improve focus, energy, concentration, better sleep and greater control over sugar cravings

Serotonin – a natural anti-depressant and helps manage cravings for carbohydrates
Eat food rich in tryptophan ( an amino acid)
Poultry, avocados, whole grains, legumes, and tofu

Dopamine – increases energy, passion and greater concentration
Eat foods rich in choline:
Low-fat dairy products, eggs, rice, and fish

Acetylcholine – promotes mental fitness and supports optimism and balance:
Eat foods rich in choline:
Oatmeal, soy foods, nuts, whole grains, sesame seeds and brewers yeast

Norepinephrine – has stimulating effect on the brain and promotes positive perception, motivation, and energy.  It can also be helpful in supporting balance and focus during stressful situations, and promotes an optimistic outlook during stressful times. 
East foods rich in phenylalanine (the Happiness Hormone): 
Fish, eggs, poultry, legumes, red vegetables, spinach, apples, and chocolate (Yes, a little chocolate is good for you!)

5 "Smart" Foods Against Lung Cancer

  •  Strawberry – other berries
  •  Tangerine/Orange – peach, nectarine
  •  Carrot (juice)
  •  Guava (nectar)Vegetable/Fruit Cocktail – Use above listed fruits / vegetables as well as
  •  cantaloupe