Eli5: Why do some toxic substances make us feel euphoric rather than sick?
In: 1
Basically, toxic substances simply mess something in your body.
Some will stop your heart, some will prevent blood from clotting, some will trigger pain receptor,…
Sometime the way they mess you up is pleasurable. We are simple creatures. So if a toxic substance force your muscles to relax, it can be pleasurable. Tension goes away, etc… But take too much and your heart relax as well and you die.
Some will force your body to secrete a “feel good” chemical. They forcefully trigger your happiness. But take too much and your body overdose and some things start failing.
Latest Answers