Nicotine

Nicotine

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Heard in 4 episodes across 3 shows since Jun 2026

Nicotine is a naturally occurring alkaloid found primarily in plants of the nightshade family, most notably in tobacco. It functions as a stimulant and anxiolytic, and is highly addictive when consumed recreationally through smoking, vaping, or chewing tobacco. In its pure form, it is a colorless to yellowish, oily liquid that readily penetrates biological membranes.

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First heard

Jun 2026

Expert statements

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What experts have said about Nicotine

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  1. Andrew David HubermanMixedSep 14, 2026· Modern Wisdom

    Nicotine as a performance aid should be limited to occasional low-dose use.

    “if you want nicotine to be a performance aid, you use it occasionally, meaning 3 to 6 milligrams once or twice total, twice per week maximum.”

    Listen at 1:35:13

    Open the episode · “This Is The Culmination Of Everything I Know” - Dr Andrew Huberman #1150
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4 episodes featuring Nicotine, newest first

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