Fitness expert Jillian Michaels has highlighted the cognitive benefits of nicotine, suggesting the stimulant can serve as a functional tool for focus and memory when managed under medical supervision. Speaking on NewsNation, Michaels argued that while tobacco is harmful, clean nicotine delivery systems offer distinct mental advantages.
To avoid respiratory damage, Michaels advises against smoking or vaping. Instead, she recommends nicotine patches or gum, noting that patches are the least addictive option because they help prevent the body from desensitizing to the stimulant.
To maintain sensitivity and avoid sleep disruption, Michaels outlines a specific protocol:
- Daytime Use Only: Stop using nicotine at night to prevent overstimulation and sleep issues.
- Cycling Schedule: Use nicotine five days a week, followed by a two-day break, preventing the body from adapting and requiring higher doses.
Michaels emphasizes that while nicotine is not a health food, it remains a viable tool to curb appetite and boost cognitive performance, recall, and focus when used with a doctor’s permission.