Nicotine Buzz got me feeling like crap

[WoppA]

So you may know that Im very new to cigars and in general before the cigars nicotine was not a friend of mine. I've been ok though for the few cigars ive smoked so far which are a short story, an IT super fuerte robusto, and the fam nic 3000 robusto. Today I tried an Oliveros Classic Churchill, it has a cameroon wrapper from africa, with a well-aged blend of Nicaraguan and Cuban-seed Dominican long-leaf tobaccos. So while I smoked I laid out some mulch for my father in the hot sun. The smoke was pretty good and the yard is lookin good, but now I dont feel good.

I am wondering if its the cigar components, maybe the work in the sun, maybe im just still getting used to the nicotine. Any input?

[JCK]

I think it's a matter of getting used to the nicotine. make sure you stay well hydrated. That's just good sense for everything if you're out in the sun. If you're not used to Nicotine it can do a number on you.

Make sure you've got food in your stomach as well.

[tedski]

The sun + work probably aided in the absorption of nicotine into your system. Drink or eat something sweet and this will help eliminate the nausea.

[rborrell]

I find a big glass of orange juice sets me right after that happens. Like said already - don't do it on an empty stomach.

[WoppA]

Originally Posted by rborrell

I find a big glass of orange juice sets me right after that happens. Like said already - don't do it on an empty stomach.

Exactly what I am drinking right now. And I already feel better. Also a shower helped.

Khubli- I was drinking a bottled water, maybe not enough of it though, I had ate something maybe 3 hours before and was very full when I did finish eating. (I dont know how to quote 2 people in one reply or I would have done so)

Ok thanks guys.

[Silound]

Short thing is while working, you body absorbs more out of the bloodstream, so foreign things like nicotine or alcohol get into your system much faster.

I imagine if you go back and smoke one just sitting out relaxing you won't buzz nearly as bad.

[jdean33442]

As some one stated already, drink something sweet. I used to (been years now) keep a can of coke nearby for the nicotine sickness cure.


Man what I wouldn't give for that feeling now though. My tolerance is mammoth now.

Originally Posted by WoppA

Exactly what I am drinking right now. And I already feel better. Also a shower helped.

Khubli- I was drinking a bottled water, maybe not enough of it though, I had ate something maybe 3 hours before and was very full when I did finish eating. (I dont know how to quote 2 people in one reply or I would have done so)

Ok thanks guys.

[NCRadioMan]

Originally Posted by jdean33442

As some one stated already, drink something sweet. I used to (been years now) keep a can of coke nearby for the nicotine sickness cure.

Ginger Ale is great with a cigar. Or you can keep a couple of sugar packets in your pocket.

[Stonato~]

That sick feeling may be due to working and smoking. Meaning...once in a while I also do some yardwork with a cigar, and I'm more likely to keep the cigar in my mouth if using my hands, and therefore more likely to inhale or take deeper breaths (bending over, lifting heavy stuff ...etc.)

[SmokeyJoe]

Originally Posted by Stonato~

That sick feeling may be due to working and smoking. Meaning...once in a while I also do some yardwork with a cigar, and I'm more likely to keep the cigar in my mouth if using my hands, and therefore more likely to inhale or take deeper breaths (bending over, lifting heavy stuff ...etc.)

Same with me... have taken some accidental deep inhales while my hands were full. Woozy time!

Good advice with the food, the OJ... and the hot sun can do it to you. Kudos on helping out your dad!

[WyoBob]

I can get a little qweezy when working in the sun. One reason why I pretty much quit smoking while mowing or other work around the yard or shop. I've gotten lightheaded while melting wheel weights and cleaning the metal and pouring in molds (for casting bullets) while in the sun.

I've come to the conclusion that cigars are best while driving or completely relaxing. They last longer and taste better for me.

WyoBob