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Edward Calabrese: The Hormesis Revolution in Biology, Neuroscience, and Medicine

Brain Ponderings podcast with Mark Mattson

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Hormesis: The Beneficial Effects of Low-Level Stress

This chapter explores the concept of hormesis, which suggests that low levels of stress can be beneficial for organisms. The speakers discuss examples of how hormesis-based systems in the body can be activated through exercise, exposure to viruses or bacteria, leading to stronger muscles and a more responsive immune system. They also emphasize the evolutionary importance of these systems.

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