What are the actual effects of nicotine on your body?
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- Nicotine, a highly addictive substance found in cigarettes, smokeless tobacco, and vapes, rapidly spreads throughout the body when inhaled. It crosses membranes easily due to its alkaline state. 🚬💨
- In the brain, nicotine binds to nicotinic cholinergic receptors (nAChRs), triggering the release of neurotransmitters like dopamine, the "feel-good" hormone. This reward system can lead to addiction. 🧠🎉
- Nicotine also stimulates the adrenal glands to release adrenaline, increasing blood pressure, breathing, and heart rate. Prolonged nicotine use can alter stress response and increase overall stress levels. 💗📈
- Depending on the dose, nicotine can act as both a stimulant and sedative. It releases beta-endorphins, reducing anxiety, but also causes dizziness, lightheadedness, and restricted blood flow. 😈😴
- Long-term nicotine use can lead to various health issues, including poor sleep, digestive problems, increased risk of heart attack and stroke, blood clots, and atherosclerosis. ✅😩
- While nicotine replacement therapy (patches) can help smokers quit, the long-term effects of vaping are not yet fully understood. E-cigarette liquids may contain toxic chemicals and carcinogens. 🚨☢️
- Nicotine withdrawal can last over a month, with symptoms including cravings, irritability, anxiety, sleep disturbances, and increased appetite. Environmental triggers can make quitting challenging. 😤🍫
- Addiction severity varies among individuals, possibly due to the number of nAChRs in the brain. Quitting may be harder for those with mental health disorders who use nicotine to self-medicate. 🧠👀
- Despite the difficulties, quitting nicotine brings numerous health benefits. Within days, heart rate and blood pressure normalize, and over time, the risk of heart attack, stroke, and cancer decreases significantly. 💪❤️
- Nicotine addiction is powerful, but it can be overcome with proper support and planning. Millions of ex-smokers serve as proof that a healthier, nicotine-free life is achievable. 😎🌿
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