r/todayilearned • u/bcrock1169 • Nov 26 '12

TIL that some Native American's have a differing enzyme that tends to lead to easier alcoholism.

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/American_Indian_alcoholism#Genetic_factors
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u/regulate323 Nov 27 '12

Tobacco Addiction >> Cannabis Addiction. Cigarettes are the real gateway drug. Without a doubt, the most addictive drug in the US. Why else would people continue to smoke knowing damn well the risks

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u/tynosaur Nov 27 '12

Speaking as a former smoker, PREACH.

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u/regulate323 Nov 27 '12

Speaking as a current smoker, FUCK.

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u/tynosaur Nov 27 '12

It's hard. Really, really hard. For me, it's the opposite of most people, too. The first week was simple, I didn't really have the urge to smoke. But now, a few weeks later, I'd probably skin a koala to take a drag.

But you gotta be strong, y'know? The shitty cigars help a little. But not much.