Nicotine, the primary addictive component of tobacco, acts on nicotinic acetylcholine receptors in the brain, leading to the release of dopamine and other neurotransmitters associated with pleasure and reward
Consumption therefore has less impact on the lungs and, above all, is absolutely non-addictive
Although the method used in this study is not perfect, the results suggest that GC-MS is a viable method of testing cannabis smoke compositions
Moreover, it is also helpful in estimating the cost of a pack of cigarettes, how much they are willing to pay, and how much savings can be made on buying bulk cigarettes
Given social acceptability and confusing messaging around the harms of vaping (vaping is a safer alternative for smokers, but not safe for non-smokers), as well as the presence of flavorants and increasing product placement in movies, televisions shows and advertisements, you might expect more people to get hooked than would become addicted to cigarettes in our current social environment
