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Nicotine: A chemical found in tobacco plants. It is a central nervous system stimulant that tricks the body into thinking it is exercising. It stimulates adrenaline, increases heart rate, blood pressure, and respiration within 8-10 seconds after ingestion. At the same time, it activates additional neurotransmitters and hormones, including dopamine, glutamate and endorphins.
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BrainAbouts_Nicotine_and_Tobacco_handout_Final_brett.pdf