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Health Encyclopedia: Nicotine Addiction

Nicotine Addiction

Nicotine is the chemical in cigarettes that makes them addictive. Higher levels of nicotine in a cigarette can make it harder to quit smoking. A report by the Massachusetts Department of Health found that the amount of nicotine in cigarettes has steadily increased over the last 6 years. Testing in 2004 showed that 93% of cigarette brands fell into the highest range for nicotine. In 1998, 84% of cigarette brands fell into that high category. Higher nicotine levels were found in ...

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Expert & Community Posts

What Causes Dizziness? Is it My Heart?

By Lisa Nelson , Health Expert

...heart valve disorder or cardiovascular problem Digestive System Chronic constipation can... Read more »

Grape Juice for a Healthy Heart

By Heather Reese , Health Expert

I think that almost everyone is aware that drinking red wine can help your heart stay healthy.... Read more »

Acid reflux tips from the icy trenches!

By Jennifer Rackley , Health Expert

...not having them in my repertoire was helpful for my digestive system. The last thing I... Read more »

You: Staying Young- A New Book by Dr. Mehmet Oz

By Dorian Martin , Health Expert

...listing. These include blood supply, caffeine, diabetes, digestive system, hormone therapy, and... Read more »

Dietary Fiber: 4 Tips to Lower Cholesterol with Fiber

By Lisa Nelson, RD, LN , Health Expert

...remains relatively intact as it passes through the digestive system. The primary function of... Read more »

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Health Guide

Crohn's Disease: Introduction

...image of the structure of the colon.The Gastrointestinal TractThe gastrointestinal (GI) tract (the digestive system) is a tube that extends from the mouth to the anus. It is a complex organ system... Read more »

Ulcerative Colitis: Introduction

...In-Depth Report #103: Crohn's disease.]The Gastrointestinal TractThe gastrointestinal (GI) tract (the digestive system) is a tube that extends from the mouth to the anus. It is a complex organ... Read more »

Stress: Introduction

...for take-off. Virtually all systems (the heart and blood vessels, the immune system, the lungs, the digestive system, the sensory organs, and brain) are modified to meet the perceived... Read more »

Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease and Heartburn: Highlights

...frames per second. The photographic procedure takes about 20 minutes, and the capsule passes from the digestive system naturally after about 24 hours. The new PillCam provides the doctor with... Read more »

Recommended Exercise Methods

A few simple rules are helpful as you develop your own routine.Don't eat for 2 hours before vigorous exercise.Drink plenty of fluids before, during, and after a workout.Adjust activity according to... Read more »

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Memory Tips- A Diagram of the Brain

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