Why is smokeless tobacco addictive?

Answer 1

Yes, because the nicotine it contains is absorbed through the gums and stimulates receptors in the brain. Hence withdrawal can cause cravings and irritability. You can safely replace chewing tobacco with sugar free nicotine gum to chew.

Answer 2

Mainly nicotine. Their are other ingredients in them also but nicotine has the biggest effect. Look up the ingredients in cigarettes and you will be surprised to see what else is in them. ieie- cocoa

Answer 3

Chewing tobacco contains nicotine, which is an extremely addictive ingredient, also responsible for addiction to cigarrettes.

Answer 4

nicotine, acetone and something else that is commonly found in urine

Answer 5

Tobacco is not an addictive substance. Its nicotine, dear.

Answer 6

Cigarettes contain the drug called Nicotine.

Answer 7

nicotine