Laughing Gas (Nitrous Oxide, Balloons, NOS) - Origin, Effect And Dangers - Doctor Explains

Do you know about Nitrous oxide. This might not ring a bell, but it is the chemical name of the substance in those balloons people are inhaling during a rave: Laughing gas. In todays video, we will explore its origin, unravel its effect on our body and discuss its impact on your health. Find the playlists here: =PLaG3Bo3L0gX5LqgWoZVqRxEDa1hYcEYzl The origin of Nitrous Oxide: It was first synthesized in 1772 by the English chemist Joseph Priestley. By 1799 it was the latest craze for the British upper class. By 1863 it had come into general use as an anaesthetic for surgery. And it continued to be used as a recreational drugs from a gas cylinder or tank. How popular is it? All together, this makes nitrous oxide the second most popular recreational drug after cannabis. In 2014 Global Drug Survey found that about 29,4% of all Americans and 38,6% of all Brits have used nitrous oxide at least once in their life. What is Nitrous oxide?