Nicotine Buzzzzzz

OHRD · 02-16-2011, 01:17 PM

Looking for some techniques/experiences for avoiding/removing the dreaded nicotine buzz.

I've heard eat sugar immediately, or even before...but what are some good extra-sugary things to eat? Peppermints, skittles, other candies?

Other ideas?

I've been smoking cigars for probably 15 years, but still can't build up a tolerance; I love the flavor of fuller bodied cigars, but find myself stuck in the low-medium range.

Krish the Fish · 02-16-2011, 01:20 PM

Eating carbs beforehand used to do the trick for me. There's a chipotle right beside my B&M, so I would always get a burrito before a smoke, and it used to do the trick.

However, I'm almost 3 years in (1 year since the big plunge though), and I can't get a buzz off anything anymore. I could go all day without eating and get nothing from a LFD DL-700 or a Camacho Triple Maduro.

Emjaysmash · 02-16-2011, 01:23 PM

Big meal beforehand helps.

Drinking something like Coke while smoking helps. I've also heard chocolate works well.

NCRadioMan · 02-16-2011, 01:28 PM

What you are feeling are symptoms of low blood-sugar. So, sugar is the cure for nicotine sickness. As said, drink a sugary drink while smoking. Have a full stomach. Go slow. It might be a good idea to keep some packets of sugar with you. As soon as you start to feel it, down one of the packets to help bring your blood-sugar back up. Pretty much anything with sugar in it.

OHRD · 02-16-2011, 01:28 PM

Forgot to mention this - I weigh 130 pounds soaking wet!

Bill86 · 02-16-2011, 01:32 PM

I hate the horrible dreaded nicotine buzz too. I smoked cigarettes for 5 years and for some reason cigars will occasionally still get me. I usually eat before hand unless I know it's a more mild cigar. I'm not exactly sure if or how much weight plays into it. I'm not really a fan of those super full strength cigars anyways. I like a medium-full.

Emjaysmash · 02-16-2011, 01:41 PM

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Originally Posted by OHRD

Forgot to mention this - I weigh 130 pounds soaking wet!

You know, you could try those glucose tablets they have for diabetics to bring up their sugar in emergencies...

OHRD · 02-16-2011, 01:44 PM

I've actually thought about being tested for diabetes, and probably need to - I wonder if that's affecting me. My dad is diabetic, and I frequently have some of the symptoms tied to it.

Emjaysmash · 02-16-2011, 01:47 PM

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Originally Posted by OHRD

I've actually thought about being tested for diabetes, and probably need to - I wonder if that's affecting me. My dad is diabetic, and I frequently have some of the symptoms tied to it.

Can't hurt to find out! Diabetes runs in my family as well, so it's a somewhat talked about topic in my family.

If you do have diabetes, smoking cigars definitely affects you.

TBone · 02-16-2011, 01:55 PM

I find the miniature hersey dark chocolate helps knock out my nic headache in about 10 mins. Greatest secret known to a botl

wayner123 · 02-16-2011, 01:58 PM

Are you sure it's the nicotine?? A BOTL I know can handle cigarettes with no problem, but the thicker smoke of cigars get him every time.

ninjavanish · 02-16-2011, 02:02 PM

Anything with REAL sugar will counteract mild nicotine poisoning.

The High Fructose Corn syrup in most sodas works well enough too.

A lot of Candies/chocolate work well enough.

If all else fails... get a tablespoon of sugar, drop it on your tongue and let it dissolve slowly.

Diet Drinks dont work very well because of the artificial sweetener.

The last time I felt queazy I grabbed a big dollop of icing from a birthday cake. Started feeling better within minutes.

Don't smoke strong cigars on an empty stomach. And also I've noticed a correlation between being hot and feeling sick... like smoking outside on a hot day in the sun... Doesn't do you any favors either.

02-16-2011, 02:02 PM

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Originally Posted by OHRD

Forgot to mention this - I weigh 130 pounds soaking wet!

Well there's your problem! Put some meat on those bones!

JK, I don't really have the problem of nic buzzes from cigars. Then again, I weigh just a shade under 300 and use smokeless tobacco frequently.

hotreds · 02-16-2011, 02:05 PM

Plain ole sugar in packets. Keep a few in your travel humi or by your smoke area, and down one or two when you start feeling it. As suggested, drink a non diet soda while you smoke. Smoke slowly. Don't smoke on an empty stomach. And, avoid some of the recent issues whose sole purpose of existing seems to be to knock you on your arse with 100% ligiero!

elderboy02 · 02-16-2011, 02:11 PM

I rarely get buzzed, but someone told me that the candy orange slices with all the sugar on the outside help.

Bill86 · 02-16-2011, 02:18 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by ninjavanish

Anything with REAL sugar will counteract mild nicotine poisoning.

The High Fructose Corn syrup in most sodas works well enough too.

A lot of Candies/chocolate work well enough.

If all else fails... get a tablespoon of sugar, drop it on your tongue and let it dissolve slowly.

Diet Drinks dont work very well because of the artificial sweetener.

The last time I felt queazy I grabbed a big dollop of icing from a birthday cake. Started feeling better within minutes.

Don't smoke strong cigars on an empty stomach. And also I've noticed a correlation between being hot and feeling sick... like smoking outside on a hot day in the sun... Doesn't do you any favors either.

Great point I forgot to mention.

I usually will only smoke in the shade or when the temperature is roughly 40-75.

MajorCaptSilly · 02-16-2011, 02:22 PM

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Originally Posted by hotreds

Plain ole sugar in packets. Keep a few in your travel humi or by your smoke area, and down one or two when you start feeling it. As suggested, drink a non diet soda while you smoke. Smoke slowly. Don't smoke on an empty stomach. And, avoid some of the recent issues whose sole purpose of existing seems to be to knock you on your arse with 100% ligiero!

I'm with Hugh. I use pure cane sugar packets. 1-2 will do in most cases.

MCS

Lucky_Hippo · 02-16-2011, 02:23 PM

I keep plain old sugar cubes on hand. They’ve worked fast and consistently for me over the years. Eating a decent meal before smoking strong sticks helps as well. (As others have already mentioned above)

02-16-2011, 02:24 PM

All great tips. Thanks guys!!!

JDTexan · 02-16-2011, 02:25 PM

What symptoms do you all fell due to nicotine poisoning/buzz? I have been nauseous before but that happens in the rare occasion. If I catch a buzz off of a cigar it is usually just a light head.

02-16-2011, 01:17 PM	#1
OHRD Garage w/ couch & ashtray Join Date: Sep 2009 First Name: Matt Posts: 1,377 Trading: (39)	Nicotine Buzzzzzz Looking for some techniques/experiences for avoiding/removing the dreaded nicotine buzz. I've heard eat sugar immediately, or even before...but what are some good extra-sugary things to eat? Peppermints, skittles, other candies? Other ideas? I've been smoking cigars for probably 15 years, but still can't build up a tolerance; I love the flavor of fuller bodied cigars, but find myself stuck in the low-medium range. __________________ Did I tell you my garage has a couch and an ashtray? My wife doesn't let me sleep or smoke inside.

02-16-2011, 01:20 PM	#2
Krish the Fish Still Watching My Back Join Date: Jul 2010 First Name: Krishna Location: Columbus, OH Posts: 164 Trading: (2)	Re: Nicotine Buzzzzzz Eating carbs beforehand used to do the trick for me. There's a chipotle right beside my B&M, so I would always get a burrito before a smoke, and it used to do the trick. However, I'm almost 3 years in (1 year since the big plunge though), and I can't get a buzz off anything anymore. I could go all day without eating and get nothing from a LFD DL-700 or a Camacho Triple Maduro.

02-16-2011, 01:23 PM	#3
Emjaysmash The Hebrew Hammer Join Date: Oct 2008 First Name: M.J. Location: Milwaukee, WI Posts: 7,025 Trading: (76)	Re: Nicotine Buzzzzzz Big meal beforehand helps. Drinking something like Coke while smoking helps. I've also heard chocolate works well. __________________

02-16-2011, 01:28 PM	#4
NCRadioMan Chutney Lovebusciut Join Date: Oct 2008 First Name: Chutney Location: On the shores of Loch Shiel Posts: 4,281 Trading: (66)	Re: Nicotine Buzzzzzz What you are feeling are symptoms of low blood-sugar. So, sugar is the cure for nicotine sickness. As said, drink a sugary drink while smoking. Have a full stomach. Go slow. It might be a good idea to keep some packets of sugar with you. As soon as you start to feel it, down one of the packets to help bring your blood-sugar back up. Pretty much anything with sugar in it. __________________ The path to loyalty is trust.

02-16-2011, 01:28 PM	#5
OHRD Garage w/ couch & ashtray Join Date: Sep 2009 First Name: Matt Posts: 1,377 Trading: (39)	Re: Nicotine Buzzzzzz Forgot to mention this - I weigh 130 pounds soaking wet! __________________ Did I tell you my garage has a couch and an ashtray? My wife doesn't let me sleep or smoke inside.

02-16-2011, 01:32 PM	#6
Bill86 Snob Join Date: Jul 2010 First Name: Bill Posts: 6,704 Trading: (67)	Re: Nicotine Buzzzzzz I hate the horrible dreaded nicotine buzz too. I smoked cigarettes for 5 years and for some reason cigars will occasionally still get me. I usually eat before hand unless I know it's a more mild cigar. I'm not exactly sure if or how much weight plays into it. I'm not really a fan of those super full strength cigars anyways. I like a medium-full.

02-16-2011, 01:44 PM	#8
OHRD Garage w/ couch & ashtray Join Date: Sep 2009 First Name: Matt Posts: 1,377 Trading: (39)	Re: Nicotine Buzzzzzz I've actually thought about being tested for diabetes, and probably need to - I wonder if that's affecting me. My dad is diabetic, and I frequently have some of the symptoms tied to it. __________________ Did I tell you my garage has a couch and an ashtray? My wife doesn't let me sleep or smoke inside.

02-16-2011, 01:55 PM	#10
TBone Equal opportunity Bomber Join Date: Jan 2009 First Name: Paul Location: Virginia Posts: 2,508 Trading: (25)	Re: Nicotine Buzzzzzz I find the miniature hersey dark chocolate helps knock out my nic headache in about 10 mins. Greatest secret known to a botl

02-16-2011, 01:58 PM	#11
wayner123 Country Gentleman Join Date: Oct 2008 Location: Deltona, FL Posts: 2,351 Trading: (159)	Re: Nicotine Buzzzzzz Are you sure it's the nicotine?? A BOTL I know can handle cigarettes with no problem, but the thicker smoke of cigars get him every time. __________________ 'It is an honor for a man to keep aloof from strife; But every fool will be quarrelling.'

02-16-2011, 02:02 PM	#12
ninjavanish Feeling at Home Join Date: Aug 2010 Location: Trust me, your humi isn't big enough. Posts: 507 Trading: (16)	Re: Nicotine Buzzzzzz Anything with REAL sugar will counteract mild nicotine poisoning. The High Fructose Corn syrup in most sodas works well enough too. A lot of Candies/chocolate work well enough. If all else fails... get a tablespoon of sugar, drop it on your tongue and let it dissolve slowly. Diet Drinks dont work very well because of the artificial sweetener. The last time I felt queazy I grabbed a big dollop of icing from a birthday cake. Started feeling better within minutes. Don't smoke strong cigars on an empty stomach. And also I've noticed a correlation between being hot and feeling sick... like smoking outside on a hot day in the sun... Doesn't do you any favors either.

02-16-2011, 02:05 PM	#14
hotreds Ephesians 2:8 Join Date: Oct 2008 Location: 5 miles past "Resume Speed" Posts: 11,670 Trading: (63)	Re: Nicotine Buzzzzzz Plain ole sugar in packets. Keep a few in your travel humi or by your smoke area, and down one or two when you start feeling it. As suggested, drink a non diet soda while you smoke. Smoke slowly. Don't smoke on an empty stomach. And, avoid some of the recent issues whose sole purpose of existing seems to be to knock you on your arse with 100% ligiero! __________________ God loves you so much, that he made you read this, just to let you know.

02-16-2011, 02:11 PM	#15
elderboy02 Lets Go Buckeyes! Join Date: Oct 2008 First Name: Dan Location: Cincinnati, OH Posts: 12,512 Trading: (133)	Re: Nicotine Buzzzzzz I rarely get buzzed, but someone told me that the candy orange slices with all the sugar on the outside help.

02-16-2011, 02:23 PM	#18
Lucky_Hippo A Cigar = 42 Join Date: Oct 2008 First Name: Gary Location: Kansas Posts: 494 Trading: (2)	Re: Nicotine Buzzzzzz I keep plain old sugar cubes on hand. They’ve worked fast and consistently for me over the years. Eating a decent meal before smoking strong sticks helps as well. (As others have already mentioned above) __________________ Who wants an orange whip? Orange whip? Orange whip? Three orange whips. -J.Candy

02-16-2011, 02:24 PM	#19
bajaraider Guest Posts: n/a	Re: Nicotine Buzzzzzz All great tips. Thanks guys!!!

02-16-2011, 02:25 PM	#20
JDTexan College Football Fanatic Join Date: Jul 2010 First Name: Justin Location: Conservativeville Posts: 597 Trading: (3)	Re: Nicotine Buzzzzzz What symptoms do you all fell due to nicotine poisoning/buzz? I have been nauseous before but that happens in the rare occasion. If I catch a buzz off of a cigar it is usually just a light head.