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Whether you need a little more encouragement, or are looking for some advice with how to stop smoking, we have a range of articles (and videos) to help you on your path to freedom and beyond. Read a featured article or select a topic to view more.
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For over 40 years we have been helping people overcome their addiction to cigarettes and enjoy freedom from smoking. Explore our advice on multiple topics here
Discover the latest facts and information about Smoking
Learn how different aspects of your physical and mental health can be affected by smoking and improved by quitting
What’s new in the world of Allen Carr’s Easyway and smoking cessation
Life as a happy non-smoker is full of freedom and joy. Here are our tips and advice for the future.
Testimonials both written and video from some well known faces all given freely to inspire others to freedom
Hosted by Allen Carr’s Easyway CEO and Senior Therapist John Dicey & Colleen Dwyer, this podcast addresses all aspects of addiction and getting free.
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February 2024
Looking to quit smoking? NICE recommends Allen Carrs Easyway. This method has a high success rate and has helped many smokers break the habit for good.
3 minute read
July 2024
How long does nicotine withdrawal last? Discover Allen Carr's timeline guide to quitting nicotine and find effective strategies to break your addiction.
13 minute read
June 2024
Discover our top 10 tips to stop smoking for good and understand the different methods for smoking cessation, how they work and the differences between them.
24 minute read
February 2024
WHO today launches a global campaign called “Commit to Quit" and Allen Carr's Easyway will be one of only 8 partners including Google, Amazon, Facebook, J&J
3 minute read
August 2024
Find out if quitting smoking has a direct impact on your energy levels. Learn how nicotine affects your body and what to expect during the cessation process.
7 minute read
July 2024
Discover how quitting smoking can improve your sex drive. Learn about the benefits & effects of quitting smoking on sexual health. Find out more here.
7 minute read
February 2024
Quitting smoking is the hardest s*** ever. I’m finally quitting for good and am on day 3. [Thanks to] Allen Carr's Easyway
1 minute read
Advice
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For over 40 years we have been helping people overcome their addiction to cigarettes and enjoy freedom from smoking. Explore our advice on multiple topics here
July 2024
Discover how quitting smoking can improve your sex drive. Learn about the benefits & effects of quitting smoking on sexual health. Find out more here.
7 minute read
August 2024
Find out if quitting smoking has a direct impact on your energy levels. Learn how nicotine affects your body and what to expect during the cessation process.
7 minute read
June 2024
Discover our top 10 tips to stop smoking for good and understand the different methods for smoking cessation, how they work and the differences between them.
24 minute read
Facts
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Discover the latest facts and information about Smoking
July 2024
Discover how quitting smoking can improve your sex drive. Learn about the benefits & effects of quitting smoking on sexual health. Find out more here.
7 minute read
November 2024
Learn all you need to know about smoking in our comprehensive guide. Discover the latest facts, statistics, and potential side effects.
7 minute read
July 2024
How long does nicotine withdrawal last? Discover Allen Carr's timeline guide to quitting nicotine and find effective strategies to break your addiction.
13 minute read
Health
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Learn how different aspects of your physical and mental health can be affected by smoking and improved by quitting
July 2024
How long does nicotine withdrawal last? Discover Allen Carr's timeline guide to quitting nicotine and find effective strategies to break your addiction.
13 minute read
November 2024
This article focuses on the various effects of quitting smoking on health, including the short-term and long-term benefits of quitting, as well as the potential health problems that may arise...
6 minute read
In the News
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What’s new in the world of Allen Carr’s Easyway and smoking cessation
June 2025
WHO is concerned about vaping and the dangers it presents, particularly to youth and the potential regression of smoking control progress.
6 minute read
July 2025
Explore the surge in the illegal cigarette trade. Unearth the complex web linking illicit businesses, organised crime, and people's trust in the government. It's time to take action.
6 minute read
July 2025
Learn about the urgent need to address conflicts of interest between health and harmful industries.
6 minute read
Your Future
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Life as a happy non-smoker is full of freedom and joy. Here are our tips and advice for the future.
April 2024
Discover practical ways to enjoy socializing without smoking. Our tips can help you have fun and connect with others while maintaining a healthier lifestyle.
2 minute read
November 2024
If you ever think about having a cigarette then you need to ask yourself these 3 questions. Our support video is designed to answer your questions
1 minute read
November 2024
Discover effective strategies and expert guidance from Allen Carr's Easyway on overcoming nicotine cravings. Get practical tips to stay smoke-free.
2 minute read
Celebrities
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Testimonials both written and video from some well known faces all given freely to inspire others to freedom
February 2024
Quitting smoking is the hardest s*** ever. I’m finally quitting for good and am on day 3. [Thanks to] Allen Carr's Easyway
1 minute read
February 2024
Sir Richard Branson tweets support for the Allen Carr's Easyway method to his 3.5 million followers.
2 minute read
February 2024
Nikki Glaser, the top US comedian, talks about quitting drinking and smoking with Allen Carr's Easyway in two interviews this weeks. Neither were sponsored or commercials.
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Podcast
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Hosted by Allen Carr’s Easyway CEO and Senior Therapist John Dicey & Colleen Dwyer, this podcast addresses all aspects of addiction and getting free.
February 2024
In this episode we will be with the comedian Nikki Glaser, who talks about how she quit smoking with Allen Carr’s Easyway and then went on to also quit alcohol
2 minute read
February 2024
The show is hosted by Colleen Dwyer, a senior Allen Carr’s Easyway therapist who is joined by Sir Anthony Hopkins & Francesca Cesati
78 minute read
February 2024
The show is hosted by Colleen Dwyer, a senior Allen Carr’s Easyway therapist who is joined by Ashton Kutcher & Wayne Spaulding
1 minute read
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May 2024
New research shows that daily use of social media by young people significantly increases the chances of them becoming smokers or vapers.
3 minute read
June 2024
From Oscar-winning movies to top streaming shows and popular music videos, Big Tobacco and Big Vape shamelessly exert their influence.
2 minute read
June 2024
Findings from 12 systematic reviews by the Institute of Public Health in Northern Ireland shows a significant link between vaping leading to smoking.
2 minute read
June 2024
A study in The Lancet found that 29 per cent of 18 to 24-year-olds in England used vapes last May, up from 9 per cent two years earlier
3 minute read
June 2024
Millionaire elite athletes fooled by nicotine’s confidence trick!
4 minute read
June 2024
Discover how tobacco imagery in popular music videos can influence youth smoking and vaping behaviours
3 minute read
June 2024
An Integrated Behaviour Change Service (IBCS) is being developed across Bedford Borough, Central Bedfordshire and Milton Keynes.
2 minute read
June 2024
Discover how tobacco, alcohol, ultra processed foods and fossil fuels contribute to nearly a quarter of all deaths in Europe. New report by WHO.
2 minute read
June 2024
It’s 70 years since the UK Government recognised that smoking caused lung cancer. A review of what has happened since and the ongoing battle against tobacco.
3 minute read
June 2024
Can motivational quotes help you stop smoking and, more importantly, stay stopped?
6 minute read
June 2024
Have you ever studied a list of cigarette ingredients or have you ever wondered what is in cigarettes?
3 minute read
July 2024
The last thing you expect when you quit smoking is to feel worse than you did before, but some people experience what they describe as smokers flu. So what is...
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