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New Science of Stress: Why We Need Stress to Thrive and How The Right Stress Improves Health, Increases Life Span & Can Cut Your Cancer Risk in Half

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Harnessing Stress for Resilience

This chapter explores the intricate relationship between stress and health, contrasting traditional views of stress as purely harmful with the understanding that certain stressors can enhance resilience and well-being. It discusses the importance of positive stressors like phytochemicals, exercise, and mental challenges, emphasizing how they can stimulate beneficial biological responses. The conversation underscores the significance of reframing our perception of stress to manage it effectively for improved health outcomes.

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