No Matter the Nicotine Product, We Can Help You Quit

Dip. Cigarettes. Vapes. Pouches. Toothpicks. There are countless nicotine products on the market, all with the same goal: to keep you addicted.

The Oklahoma Tobacco Helpline has several resources to help you overcome nicotine addiction, beat cravings, crush old habits and build new ones.

When you sign up for the Helpline, you’ll get:

• Access to FREE tools such as patches, gum or lozenges to help you safely quit nicotine
• A personalized Dashboard for tracking shipments and easily accessing resources
• Options for additional support, such as Text-a-Coach and live group sessions

Looking for quit tips that are specific to each product? Read on!

Tips To Quit Smoking

Nicotine tricks your brain into thinking you need another cigarette to get through the hour, road trip, stressful situation or even to wake up in the morning. In reality, you only feel relieved because it temporarily curbs the withdrawal.

When you’re ready to quit smoking cigarettes:

• Set a quit date. Pick an upcoming day and mark your calendar. In the years to come, celebrate your quit date like it’s a holiday — because it is!
• Pinpoint your triggers. Quitting smoking is hard enough, but certain situations can make it even harder. Once you learn your triggers — such as social smoking or stress — it becomes easier to avoid them. For tips on how to eliminate cravings in real time, check out our quiz.
• Find a healthy distraction. The average craving only lasts around 10 minutes, so instead of giving in, distract yourself until it passes! Keep yourself busy with cut straws, toothpicks or gum, and distract your mind with phone games or crosswords.

Tips To Quit Dipping

Smokeless tobacco is also harmful and addictive. Although the quitting experience may differ from smoking, the Helpline provides the same FREE resources to Oklahomans who are looking to quit smokeless tobacco.

When you’re ready to quit smokeless:

• Set a date. No matter the product, every quit day deserves to be celebrated.
• Tell friends and family. Let others who dip in your community know you’re trying to quit and ask for their support.
• Switch up your habits. Sugar-free gum, mints or sunflower seeds are all great dip alternatives that provide a similar sensation without all the “bad” stuff. Keep a few in your car, on your desk or in your pocket!

Tips To Quit Vaping

Let’s clear up a few things: Vaping, while often thought of as “safer” than smoking, is just as addictive. In fact, one e-cigarette contains the same amount of nicotine as five packs of regular cigarettes — making it very easy to get hooked.

When you’re ready to quit vaping or e-cigarettes:

• Focus on your mental health. Vapes are often advertised as “stress relievers,” but the high levels of nicotine can actually worsen anxiety, depression and other mental health struggles. Add mindful practices such as exercise, meditation and journaling to your schedule instead.
• Replace the flavor. One thing that sets vapes apart from cigarettes is flavor. When you quit, turn to sugar-free candy, gum or fruit to avoid picking up a flavored e-cigarette.

Tips To Quit Alternative-Nicotine Products

Other alternative-nicotine products include pouches and toothpicks. While they’re advertised as “convenient,” they are just as addictive as cigarettes, dip and vapes.

When you’re ready to quit alternative-nicotine products:

• Use nicotine replacement therapy. The Helpline offers Oklahomans a FREE supply of patches, gum or lozenges that are specifically designed to help you quit.
• Fight the cravings. A lot of things can trigger cravings — whether it’s extreme stress, old habits or a traffic jam. Keep healthy snacks on hand as an alternative to nicotine.
• Reach out for support. Quitting is tough, but you don’t have to do it alone! Get involved with the Helpline’s online support community.

Remember Your “Why”

No matter what you’re quitting, be sure to remember why you are. Whether it’s for your family, money, health or it’s just time for a change — write it down and use it to stay on track!

When you’re ready to quit, we’re ready to help. Sign up to get started.