Here are some of the most interesting facts about nicotine and its effects, some of which you may not have even heard about before.
Whether you smoke cigarettes, a vape or another form of an e-cigarette, you will probably be aware of what nicotine is and the effects that it can have on your mind and body. But there are also a number of other interesting facts about nicotine that you might not be aware of. Keep reading on to find out 8 things about nicotine and its effects that you might not already know about.
It’s a natural pesticide
A fact that many people are not aware of is that nicotine is a natural pesticide and pest deterrent. Many farmers and crop growers actually use nicotine in the form of tobacco extracts to warn any unwanted pests off their land and crops. Nicotine is effective at killing a number of different insects and preventing fungi and bacteria from growing on crops, without actually harming the crops.
Takes seconds to affect you
As you already know, nicotine can have a high impact on your body and mind. But did you know that it only takes a couple of seconds for it to affect you? Nicotine is a fast-acting stimulant, meaning that after you take the first smoke of your cigarette or e-cigarette it will only take at least 10 seconds for the nicotine to reach your brain.
EconoTimes – 2021-07-21.