it rewires the brain, making it far more prone to long-term addiction and risk-taking behavior.[13] So, lets be clear, nicotine isnt some misunderstood nootropic or biohacking secret. Its a highly addictive substance that hijacks your brains reward system, alters your biology, and, when used long-term, can cause irreversible harm
It can cause chronic bronchitis and emphysema, making simple activities like climbing stairs feel like climbing a mountain
Evidence suggests that smoking may cause some mental health problems and that the tobacco withdrawal cycle partly contributes to worse mental health
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End Celine Awour, the acting Chief Executive of the International Institute for Legislative Affairs, said there is no conclusive evidence that nicotine is a healthier substitute for smoking