Some people with long COVID are turning to an unlikely remedy: nicotine gum and patches. Though typically used to quit ...

Smoking, and its harmful substances such as nicotine, can harm almost every part of the body, including the brain. It can also lead to other brain conditions, such as cancer, dementia, and stroke.

Smoking is notorious for causing damage to the lungs, but recent research confirmed that it’s also harmful to the brain. We explore a new study and gather expert input.

Some research suggests that smoking cigarettes can impact the volume of crucial parts of our brain. “Smoking can reduce brain volume,” says Dr Steven Allder, consultant neurologist at Re ...

Smoking nicotine products releases dopamine, which can form an addictive loop in the brain. Keep reading to learn why and steps you can take to break the cycle.

“Smoking accelerates brain ageing by damaging blood vessels and increasing oxidative stress,” explains Allder. “It exposes the brain to free radicals, which harms neurons and causes ...

One day, long ago, a tobacco plant discovered humans and it has never relinquished its control over our brain. During the intervening millennia, we humans have tried to find novel uses for this ...

Zyn nicotine pouches are rising in popularity in the US, but the long-term health risks are unclear. Nicotine is highly addictive and can change the brain's chemistry.

Smoking also has been found to harm brain health regardless of other health conditions. Commit to stop smoking this American Heart Month to protect your heart and your brain.

“Smoking accelerates oxidative stress and inflammation, which damage brain cells and promote the formation of amyloid plaque formation, which is associated with Alzheimer’s.

But nicotine does have an effect on one’s brain. “At low concentrations, nicotine does decrease anxiety, whereas at high doses it increases anxiety,” Bhatnagar tells Yahoo.

There’s a new drug for stopping smoking . The toxic chemicals in cigarettes, such as nicotine and carbon monoxide, also restrict blood flow to the brain therefore reduce oxygen supply to brain ...