Part 3: Make a Plan

Quit Smoking

Smoking and the use of other tobacco products causes serious harm to the body, including cancer, cardiovascular disease, and emphysema. Smoking can also complicate diabetes and other health conditions.

 

If you are smoking, try to quit. Talk to your doctor about tools to help you quit. Call 800-QUIT-NOW (800-784-8669) to talk to someone who can help you quit.

 

Quitting smoking may cause some weight gain as your body learns to regulate blood sugar and appetite normally again. Smoking can also be a coping strategy for stress, so you will need to learn new ways to manage stress. It is worth it to quit smoking.

Plan MyPlate

Plan Time to Plan Meals

Plan Your Week

Modify Ingredients in Recipes

Meal and Snack Ideas

Picky Eaters

Map Your Meal Plan

Write a Grocery List

Grocery Shop with Confidence

Grocery Shopping with Kids

Use Food Labels

A Changing Food Label

Ingredients List: What's in This?

Look Past Advertising

Sodium in Packaged Foods

Limit Artificial Sweeteners

Sweet Sips, a Healthier Way!

Master Food Prep

Keep Food Safe

Improve a Packaged Meal

A Case for More Time in the Kitchen

Eating at a Restaurant

Fast-Food Restaurants

Pack Travel Snacks

Air Travel

Avoid Drowsy Driving

Coffee and Tea

Sporting Events and Concerts

Drink Water

Limit Alcohol

Quit Smoking

Get Enough Sleep

Review and Prepare

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