Vaping as a substitute for smoking is a common choice among many people. When people quit smoking, a frequent concern is that they will gain weight. But can vaping help with weight loss? Let’s look together at the possible connection between nicotine and weight loss. Nicotine in vapes can reduce appetite and speed up metabolism, promoting calorie burning. However, other factors should also be considered, such as getting more physical activity.

But vaping alone is not a miracle solution for weight loss. Rather, it is a healthier alternative to smoking that can provide the same benefits as nicotine. It is important to understand how vaping can help maintain a healthy weight, but also to know the causes of weight gain and how to counteract them.

Here is the information to keep in mind. To lose weight, you need to burn more calories than you consume. Conversely, if you eat more calories than you burn, you will gain weight. However, calorie requirements vary depending on several factors, including:

• Gender
• Age
• Current weight
• The body composition
• The level of physical activity

Here are 4 valid reasons why vaping can be an effective tool for preventing weight gain:

1 – Nicotine has an appetite suppressant effect

As we have already discussed, weight gain or loss is determined by calorie balance. By consuming fewer calories than you burn, you can lose weight. In this sense, nicotine can help, as it has been shown by some studies to act as an appetite suppressant. This means that people are less likely to eat snacks or treats and more likely to reach for a cigarette. Other studies have shown that nicotine can also increase the feeling of satiety, that is, the feeling of being full after consuming nicotine.

2 – Nicotine speeds up metabolism 

In addition to the appetite-reducing effects of nicotine, another benefit can help you lose weight. In addition to reducing food cravings and feelings of hunger, nicotine can also lead the body to burn more calories. This occurs through an increase in the body’s metabolic rate.  A study published by the National Institute of Health suggests that nicotine increases thermogenesis. By how much? Data from the study indicate that, over a 24-hour period, nicotine users regularly burn 10 percent more calories. How significant is this data? We would say it is quite significant. The study reports that although 10% may not seem like much, in one year an increased “burning” of 200 calories could lead to a loss of 10 kg.

3 – Vaping reduces cravings for sweets

We’ve all been there. It’s “movie night,” we’re following a fitness regimen, and the candy bar in the refrigerator is calling our name. Or maybe you’re the kind of person who can’t do without dessert. Tempting, isn’t it? Foods high in sugar and fat are very caloric. They are not good for weight loss. When we consume sugar, our brain releases serotonin, a hormone that gives feelings of happiness and well-being. It is the so-called “feel-good” chemical. No wonder it is so difficult to defeat the craving for sweet. However, there is good news. If you are the kind of person who craves something sweet after the main meal, vaping may be the answer. E-juice can taste exceptionally similar to your favorite dessert, soda, and everything in between.

4 – Improved ability to exercise after quitting smoking

Former smokers will appreciate this aspect. Have you ever felt short of breath even during “normal” activities? The thought of being out of breath is enough to discourage any thought of going to the gym, no matter how motivated you are. Cigarettes burn tobacco, creating smoke that is inhaled into the lungs. Among other things, smoke contains carbon monoxide, which binds to red blood cells, hindering their ability to transport the oxygen that the body needs, especially during physical activity. Suppose you want to quit smoking for good and improve your exercise capacity. In that case, vaping could be a useful steppingstone to quit smoking, helping you improve in the physical activity that speeds up metabolism and consequently weight loss.

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