Lots of people have asked me about Dr. Bryan Ardis and his claims that nicotine cures Parkinson’s disease. Here’s what the science actually says ⬇️ 🔹 Population studies show smokers are less likely to develop Parkinson’s (Mappin-Kasirer 2020; Ritz 2007). But that’s association—not proof. 🔹 Clinical trials of nicotine patches in people with Parkinson’s show no benefit in slowing progression or improving symptoms (NEJM Evidence 2023; Neurology 2001; Michael J. Fox Foundation 2018). 🔹 Major orga