#$%^&*AU2016100023A420160211.pdf#####ABSTRACT This patent is based on a novel, food derived method for the reduction of nicotine addiction and the promotion of smoking cessation. The innovation utilises the active compounds present in Lupinus spp. The blunting of nicotine cravings is achieved through the oral administration of Lupinus spp. (all species of true lupins) and their extracts.