There is a common belief among most tobacco users that smoking or vaping is a great way to relieve stress and refocus. This lie has been told by tobacco companies for generations, and it couldn’t be further from the truth. While nicotine may feel calming in the...
It’s well known that cigarettes are dangerous. Nicotine pouches and vapes don’t have that same reputation, at least not yet, and that gap is concerning. As a doctor, I’m not against giving people options to quit smoking, however, it’s important...
Nicotine doesn’t just affect your lungs or heart. It also interferes with one of the body’s most important recovery systems: sleep. Sleep is when the brain and body reset. During the night, your brain processes information from the day, your immune system strengthens...
Your immune system works around the clock to protect your body. It detects viruses and bacteria, fights infections and helps repair damaged tissue. When it is working well, it helps you recover from illness and keeps everyday threats from becoming serious health...
What do cigarettes and store-bought cookies have in common? More than you might think. The companies that keep tobacco and nicotine on shelves today once controlled some of America’s favorite food brands. And while chips and candy don’t carry a warning label like...
Nicotine addiction takes hold faster than most people realize. Most people develop nicotine dependence in as little as a few days, and for some, addiction can begin after just one or two cigarettes or vape sessions.1 That’s not by accident. Big Tobacco has spent...
