Hi people… I’ve been hearing some mixed opinions about nicotine and weight loss. Some say it can help suppress appetite and boost metabolism, but others warn about its health risks. I’m curious if anyone here has personal experience or knowledge on this topic. Can nicotine actually aid in weight loss, or is it more of a myth?
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Tobacco products contain nicotine, a stimulant that has been linked to appetite suppression and a brief rise in metabolic rate. Because of its detrimental effects on health, nicotine is not advised as a weight-loss tool. Nicotine can suppress appetite temporarily by affecting certain neurotransmitters in the brain that regulate hunger and satiety. Some individuals may experience reduced cravings for food while using nicotine. Using nicotine for weight loss is not a sustainable for healthy approach, the risks of nicotine addiction and other health complications are substantial, and any weight loss achieved is often temporary.
He is right about nicotine but wrong about how to use it. Nicotine is the best at helping burn body fat.
Without getting into the science, nicotine is being studied for Alzheimer’s and Parkinson’s disease with promising results.
Here are some tips for using nicotine:
- Don’t use it around eating carbs. Nicotine makes you release stored body fat into the bloodstream. We want to burn it, not reabsorb it. Using nicotine with carbs can cause bad fat and glucose levels and might lead to insulin resistance or type 2 diabetes. So, take it when you’re fasting or without carbs.
- Take it when you wake up and 2 hours before working out (weights or cardio).
- Nicotine’s effects depend on the dose. The more you take, the better the results, but you don’t need much for good results. 2-4 mg twice a day (once when you wake up and once 2 hours before working out) should work well.
Side effects might include:
- Energy jitters for some (though I didn’t notice this)
- Increased metabolism
- Decreased appetite
Is it safe? Smokers take in 60+ mg of nicotine daily for years and get cancer mainly due to other harmful substances in cigarettes, like smoke and tar. Nicotine itself helps things grow, which is why smokers get lung cancer. But we’ll be using only 2-4 mg twice a day for 6-12 weeks, then taking a break for 4-12 weeks. No side effects have been reported at this dosage.
Hope this helps.
Smoking raises how many calories you burn each day by about 10%, which is roughly 200 calories. Over a year, that could mean losing 22 pounds (or 10 kilograms) if you don’t eat more food to make up for it. But remember, smoking is terrible for your health! There are much better ways to lose weight.
Hey everyone, I’ve been on my own weight loss journey and have encountered mixed opinions about nicotine’s role. Some claim it can suppress appetite and boost metabolism, potentially aiding in weight loss. However, the health risks, including addiction and cardiovascular issues, are significant. Personally, I explored this route briefly but quickly realized the risks far outweigh the potential benefits. Instead, I found more sustainable results with a balanced diet and regular exercise. If you’re considering it, I’d strongly recommend focusing on healthier, long-term methods for weight management.
It can help you lose weight since nicotine may slightly increase metabolic rate, leading to increased calorie expenditure. However, smoking generally is a health hazard so I don’t recommend.
Yes it can. It stimulates the release of neurotransmitters like dopamine and serotonin, which can reduce feelings of hunger and make people feel more satiated. But the health risks associated with smoking nicotine are greater than its benefits in weight loss.
I got an iqos for three months to help with my weight loss, and I can affirm that it works. I’ve been smoking a pack every day for 3 months and now since I dropped weight and sold it, I’m ok without it, so I guess it truly depends on the person tbf.