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A new study suggests that going cold turkey may be the best way to quit smoking. Researchers followed 700 smokers throughout their quitting process. One group was given a single day to quit, the other ...

A former heavy smoker shares their successful experience of quitting cold turkey in hopes of inspiring others to quit smoking ...

When you decide to quit smoking, should you go “cold turkey” or “warm turkey?” In other words, should you quit suddenly or cut down gradually and then quit? Surprise! There was a recent study on just ...

Quitting cold turkey is the best way to quit smoking, British scientists have reported. British scientists studied nearly 700 adults who smoked a minimum of 15 cigarettes a day and were planning to ...

Dear Abby is written by Abigail Van Buren, also known as Jeanne Phillips, and was founded by her mother, Pauline Phillips.

Thinking about quitting smoking cold turkey this holiday season? Thursday marks the annual Great American Smokeout, sponsored by the American Cancer Society, which urges all smokers to lay off the ...

Most Iowans who smoke want to quit, according to a tobacco cessation specialist, and today is the day for them to give it try as part of the annual Great American Smokeout. Andy Link, associate ...

Q. What do you think of this drug Chantix to stop smoking? A. Chantix (varenicline) is a prescription drug designed to help smokers quit by stimulating the release of small amounts of dopamine, the ...

You don't need a pill, a patch, or a piece of gum to quit smoking. In fact, going "cold turkey" is still one of the most successful methods for kicking the habit, according to a new report.Australian ...

Mindlessly scrolling through apps. Drinking too much coffee. Biting your nails. If you've ever tried to quit a bad habit cold turkey, or replace it with another action, you probably know that neither ...