There's no question about it.
Smoking kills.
Most preventable deaths in the United States are directly linked to cigarette smoke.
In recent years people have turned to several forms on nicotine replacement products to help them stop smoking.
Many of these products are produced by Nicorette and include nicotine gum, pills and patches.
Of these products the patch has been around the longest and is the most popular.
If used correctly it can help people stop smoking for good.
Many times people ask: "How can a patch help me quit smoking"? The answer lies in how the body needs nicotine.
First it's important to understand that nicotine itself is not that harmful.
It's the smoke, tar and chemicals that are found in cigarette smoke that kills.
However nicotine is what the body becomes addicted to.
The patch works my releasing small amounts of nicotine into the blood stream through the skin.
This way the body fulfills its cravings, while staying away from the truly harmful substances.
Over time a person starts to use patches that contain less nicotine until eventually it's not needed at all.
The entire process usually takes 6-8 weeks.
There's a very high success rate for people who use the patch to quite smoking.
Most never smoke again.
It's important to talk to your doctor before using the patch or any other nicotine replacement product.
He'll be able to advise you on all the side effects and which one is right for you.
Don't let smoking kill you or someone you love.
Try the patch today.