Smoking is injurious to health. Thousands die every day due to problems related to smoking. Smoking isn’t a healthy habit, but many people still pick it up — even though it’s the leading cause of preventable disease and death.
If you’re trying to kick the habit, there are many tools to keep the cravings at bay, including a variety of mobile apps.
Check out for the best apps designed to help quit smoking.
Livestrong MyQuit Coach
This app acts as a virtual coach to develop your personalized plan for quitting. You can choose to either quit cold turkey or gradually taper off. Track your smoking consumption and nicotine cravings. When times get tough, set reminders, goals, and even personal motivations to keep going. You’ll also earn achievement badges as a reward for your progress. Communicate with other users via the app’s built-in social support circle.
Quit Smoking: Cessation Nation
Open the app when have a craving and instead play a game or connect with others. It also shows you how much money you’re saving and how much you’re helping your body by not smoking. You can earn reward badges for your progress if you’re into incentives.
Craving to Quit
Researchers at Yale University developed a 21-day program to help smokers quit, and this app is based on that program. It comes with a four-day free trial, then costs $25 per month. Users get access to videos, a cigarette consumption tracker, and check-in reminders. Plus, premium users can access live in-app coaching for added support.
Quit Now
Find out how much money you’re saving — not to mention the health benefits you’re getting — when you stop smoking. Chat with others who are quitting smoking via the app and get the support you need to follow through. This app also has 44 languages available, plus a huge social network to connect you with others.
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