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Those Who Quit Smoking Usually Gain 10 Pounds

Analysis finds higher-than-expected figure

By Dustin Lushing,  Newser Staff

Posted Jul 11, 2012 2:45 PM CDT

(Newser) – Congrats on quitting smoking… but beware of cupcakes. A new study shows ex-smokers typically gain 9 to 11 pounds within 12 months of quitting, reports Medical News Today. That's higher than previous estimates, but the researchers also make it very clear: The big benefits...   Read full story »

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