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The Science of Good Stress: Dr. Sharon Bergquist on Hormesis, Resilience & Longevity

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The Power of Phytotoxins: Embracing Hormesis

This chapter explores the concept of hormesis, revealing how certain plant-derived toxins can actually promote health by stimulating beneficial stress responses in the body. It highlights the importance of these compounds in enhancing resilience against chronic diseases through mechanisms like autophagy and the roles of heat shock proteins.

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