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    GlossaryNicotine

    highly addictive stimulant found in tobacco plants

    Nicotine is a highly addictive chemical compound found in tobacco plants. It acts as a stimulant in small doses, increasing heart rate and alertness, but can be toxic in larger amounts. Nicotine binds to nicotinic acetylcholine receptors in the brain, leading to the release of neurotransmitters like dopamine, which contributes to its addictive properties.

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      community High Nicotine use and Hair Loss

      in Chat  82 upvotes 4 months ago
      Heavy nicotine use can lead to hair thinning and loss, but quitting can reverse these effects. The user noticed significant hair regrowth after quitting vaping.

      community Just quit nicotine and caffeine

      in Treatment  20 upvotes 2 years ago
      The user has been using finasteride and oral minoxidil for hair loss but hasn't seen improvement and is quitting nicotine and caffeine to see if it helps. Some believe quitting nicotine improved their hair health due to better blood flow, while others are skeptical about the impact of blood flow on hair loss.

      community How bad is nicotine when it comes to hairloss

       7 upvotes 6 years ago
      The conversation discusses the impact of nicotine and caffeine on hair loss. The user has been using finasteride, minoxidil, and nizoral for hair loss treatment and is questioning whether to stop using nicotine products.