Quit Smoking Aids:

Stop smoking aids are just that, an aid to help you to quit easier than going cold turkey. Stop smoking aids can be divided  into two broad categories, evidence based and non regulated.

Evidence based aids include pharmaceutical drugs and over the counter products. Evidence based aids have the benefit of being studied under scientific conditions and any claims being made are supported by rigorous study. The quality of regulated products is closely  monitored and therefor consistency is assured

Non regulated approaches are not generally supported by rigorous study and most results are anecdotal in nature. On top of that since the approach is not regulated the approach and efficacy will vary greatly between providers any anyone looking into a non regulated approach should  investigate the training, credentials and track record of the stop smoking aid or provider they are considering.

Last but not least, while stop smoking aids can take care of or eliminate cravings, withdrawal and the need to smoke, the habitual, social and psychological aspects of quitting need to be addressed regardless of the chosen approach.