You know what really drives me nuts?

[nutcracker]

So there is actually some science in this. Cigarette smokers rapidly develop a tolerance for nicotine, and the neuro-transmitter "feel good" effect is rapidly blunted. (The nicotinic receptors develop an exhausted tolerance). Occasional exposure to nicotine (ie - many cigar smokers) results in spikes of dopamine and this the sensation is pleasurable. (Many cigarette smokers find smoking a habit rather than a pleasure).

I wondered why cigar smoking felt so good. Was it the taste? The relaxing "me-time" or something in the brain? Anyway - turns out it is likely your nucleus ambiguans. (Probably all of the above actually).

Desperately clutching your fag outside at 40 below to feed a habit is quite simply a different paradigm altogether.

Enjoy your stogies - in moderation - your brain will dig you for it.

[icehog3]

Originally Posted by nutcracker

turns out it is likely your nucleus ambiguans.

I traded my nucleus ambiguans for some psychic reptiles and a six pack of Schlitz Malt Liquor.

[CRIMPS]

Originally Posted by icehog3

I traded my nucleus ambiguans for some psychic reptiles and a six pack of Schlitz Malt Liquor.

I knew that was coming

[icehog3]

Originally Posted by CRIMPS

I knew that was coming

I'm so predictable.

[pnoon]

Originally Posted by icehog3

I traded my nucleus ambiguans for some psychic reptiles and a six pack of Schlitz Malt Liquor.

mmmmmm - Schlitz Malt Liquor

[357]

Originally Posted by icehog3

I traded my nucleus ambiguans for some psychic reptiles and a six pack of Schlitz Malt Liquor.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KcOKUZPqBd4