Balanced recipes to keep weight off after quitting smoking
You have quit smoking thanks to MyLaserTabacthe method that frees you from tobacco, sugar, alcohol and cannabis addictions. It’s a tremendous victory. However, one doubt often comes to mind: will I put on weight now that I’ve stopped?
At MyLaserTabac, we know that quitting smoking should be a rebirth, not a source of new worries. That’s why we support you every day with a 20-day diet program that’s simple, tasty and balanced. Today, for Day 4, here are three easy-to-make recipes designed to calm your cravings, preserve your figure and consolidate your new life without cigarettes.
The MyLaserTabac express anti-snacking method
Before sitting down to dinner or if you feel the urge to smoke, apply our express ritual:
- Drink a large glass of cool water 💧
- Breathe deeply for 4 seconds, then exhale for 4 seconds 🌬️ (repeat for 1 minute)
- Move for 90 seconds 🚶♂️ (brisk walking, squats, simple stretching)
- Change the taste in your mouth 🍏 (apple, sugar-free chewing gum, cinnamon stick)
Within three minutes, the craving fades and you’re back in control.
Breakfast – Avocado, poached egg and pumpkin seed on wholemeal toast
A gourmet and satiating wake-up call, rich in healthy fats and proteins.
Ingredients (for 1 person)
- 2 slices wholemeal toast
- ½ ripe avocado
- 1 fresh egg
- 1 tsp. white vinegar
- 1 pinch salt, pepper
- 1 tablespoon pumpkin seeds
Preparation
- Mash the avocado with a fork and season with salt and pepper.
- Bring a small pan of water to the boil, add the vinegar and poach the egg for 3 minutes.
- Spread avocado on bread slices, place poached egg on top.
- Sprinkle with pumpkin seeds.
Why does it work?
Avocados provide good fats, poached eggs quality proteins, and wholemeal breads long-lasting fiber.
Lunch – Grilled chicken with herbs, quinoa tabbouleh and crunchy vegetables
A complete, light and fresh dish to keep you going all afternoon without nibbling.
Ingredients (for 1 person)
- 120 g chicken breast
- 60 g raw quinoa
- ½ cucumber
- 1 tomato
- ½ red bell pepper
- ½ lemon (juice)
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- A few leaves of parsley and mint
- Salt and pepper
Preparation
- Cook the quinoa for 12 minutes in two volumes of salted water, drain and leave to cool.
- Finely dice the cucumber, tomato and bell pepper.
- Mix quinoa with vegetables, lemon juice, olive oil, parsley and mint.
- Season the chicken breast with salt, pepper and herbs, then grill for 4 minutes on each side.
- Serve tabbouleh with sliced chicken.
Why does it work?
Chicken provides lean protein, quinoa satiates thanks to its fiber, and crunchy vegetables add volume and freshness.
Dinner – Mild shrimp and vegetable curry with light coconut milk
A warm, fragrant and light dish, perfect for a filling but easily digestible dinner.
Ingredients (for 1 person)
- 120 g peeled shrimp
- 1 small carrot
- ½ zucchini
- ½ onion
- 100 ml low-fat coconut milk
- 1 teaspoon mild curry paste or powder
- 1 teaspoon coconut (or olive) oil
- Salt and pepper
Preparation
- Chop the onion, carrot and zucchini into small cubes.
- Sauté the onion in the oil, then add the vegetables and cook for 5 minutes.
- Add the shrimp and curry powder and mix well.
- Pour in the coconut milk, season and simmer for 10 minutes.
- Serve hot with a few coriander leaves if available.
Why does it work?
A complete dish that combines lean proteins, fiber-rich vegetables and a touch of the exotic for variety without excess calories.
Optional snack
A handful of unsalted dried fruit (20 g) or a slice of fresh melon.
Conclusion
With MyLaserTabac, you’ve made the choice to go smoke-free. But we go further: we also help you maintain your figure and look after your health after you’ve stopped. Our daily menus are designed to be simple, tasty and accessible, so that every meal becomes a victory.
Well done to you for giving up smoking! Keep up the good work, you’re building a healthier, freer and more balanced life. MyLaserTabac is your ally, not only against cigarettes, but also against addictions to sugar, alcohol and cannabis. Every addiction-free day is a victory… and we’re here to help you enjoy it.
