Just when I thought I heard it all. Wait (taps on side of head), I think I’ve heard of this before, somewhere in yesteryear. Or thereabouts. Nicotine for health purposes seems to have made a comeback, but why?
There could be many reasons, but consider this. Take a highly addictive substance that’s largely controlled by HUGE companies, and market it in a way that highlights some benefits when used in moderation. You have now created an excuse for millions of people to continue to pursue their favorite addiction.
Before you get out the pitchforks and torches to storm my castle, listen up. ALCOHOL. Does that ring a bell? When you market “1 glass of wine a night for your heart” to a society who by and large can not control very basic aspects of their life, let alone an addiction, you have a recipe for disaster. Just get on social media. Give the masses an excuse of “its healthy”, and they will drink all day, every day, and twice for breakfast. This is a fact, this is reality, and this continues to happen.
So how is nicotine different? Its not. Nicotine MAY have some benefits, as seen here, but the key, as with alcohol, is moderation. What is the main prerequisite for moderation? Common sense. Common sense isn’t just a rarity with all you whippersnappers, its almost extinct!
Common sense will tell you that regular use of an addictive substance such as nicotine or alcohol can lead to addiction. Is it really worth the risk? Common sense will also tell you that the majority of people are weak willed, and that someone with addictive tendencies, when presented with a legit looking excuse to continue an addiction, will jump at the chance.
Have I tried it?
Medicinally, no, and I won’t. I will not fall into the big company’s games, and as a former smoker I’m not rekindling my old flame. “Former smoker? You said you were a health nut!” Yes. Smoking was all the rage in the 80’s and 90’s.
The Verdict
Its a hard no for me. Why would anyone in their right mind chance addiction, and the possibility of ruining their life, for minor benefits? Yes, I said minor. Crucify me if you must, but will nicotine or alcohol do something as earth shattering as actually curing a disease? Has either cured cancer? Has either allowed a paraplegic to walk? How about allowing the mute to speak?
I DIDN’T THINK SO
Man up, or woman up, whatever it is. Honestly analyze the situation if you’re using either. Are you really just looking for an excuse? Maybe so. Are you looking for “the magic pill”? Hate to break it to you, but it doesn’t exist.
SO MOVE ON AND TRY SOMETHING THAT IS LESS RISKY
-The Old Crank
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