Reply #59: Lance, a med prof had shown me studies showing the benefits of nicotine

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I've known several MDs who smoke in moderation. One introduced me to cigar smoking which positively isn't addictive. I may 'remember' to enjoy a cigar every 6 weeks or so.

We had discussed these issues a lot long ago on another board. Things like the paper in cigarette is more toxic than tobacco itself. Cigars are usually (at least the handrolled products* pure tobacco. I don't like cigarettes but since 1997 I now and then enjoy a cigar. Nicotine has a calming and energising effect.

My med prof friend suspects the increase in substance abuse has tracked with the anti-smoking movement.