Nicotine, the main component of cigarettes, is thought to release neurochemicals in the brain such as serotonin, dopamine, and norepinephrine, which work to suppress appetite and facilitate weight loss [2]
The tiny hair-like structures (cilia) that move mucus out of the lungs start to function normally, increasing their ability to: handle mucus, clean the lungs, and reduce the risk of infection
She devotes one week per month exclusively to functional medicine consultations via telehealth , allowing for deep, unrushed care
Lower nicotine strengths (3mg) often last longer than higher strengths (6mg or 9mg)
Conclusion: Vape vs Cigarettes Both vaping and cigarettes contain nicotine, but vaping is generally considered a less harmful and more cost-effective alternative to smoking
Study findings include: Lung cancer risk increased by 7% with every cigarette per day