The Washington Post September 20, 2026 • 14:32

I’m a pulmonologist. Here’s why new wellness claims about nicotine worry me. - The Washington Post

By Hasmeena Kathuria | The Conversation

I’m a pulmonologist. Here’s why new wellness claims about nicotine worry me. - The Washington Post

Some wellness influencers are saying nicotine promotes cognition and longevity. Scientific studies, however, paint a more complicated picture.

Across social media, podcasts, wellness communities and tech start-ups, prominent wellness influencers are now portraying nicotine as a misunderstood compound whose potential benefits have been overs… [+496 chars]

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