Hi Jerry & Krista,

Welcome to the small, VERY elite group of lo-carbers who have also quit smoking!

Congratulations to you both - doesn't it feel wonderful to make such a concrete commitment to good health?

I've been smoke-free since 1/2/2003 - using patches, which are doing a good job of smoothing down the rough edges of withdrawal. Not for everyone, but works well for me. I haven't ruled out the possibility of long-term nicotine replacement therapy - not as good as 100% cold turkey, but far better than inhaling carcinogens.

My not-quite-brilliant insight is that carb and nicotine cravings feel VERY similar. I really believe that lo-carbing has made quitting smoking much easier, and vice versa.

Stay strong! Keep in touch...

Pat