Snacking on healthy foods - Stocking up on healthy snacks and food is a top priority, because smoking can make you hungry and predisposed to snacking. Stock up on foods such as frozen grapes, herbal tea, fat-free popcorn and hard candies so that you can replace the need to eat (or smoke a cigarette) with a healthier habit.

Just say "no" to alcohol - Alcohol can be a trigger for the quitting smoker and contains a significant number of calories per serving. When you're trying to lose weight and get healthy, alcohol should be far from reach; drinking can make you gain very quickly and makes it difficult to keep off the weight for the long-term.

Start a new workout plan - Exercising regularly can help you boost your metabolism naturally and ward off those extra pounds. Working out at least four times per week can keep you in great shape and keep you motivated to stick with your healthier lifestyle. Do a combination of cardio exercises and weight training to make the most of your exercise sessions.