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Episode 007: Uncovering the Hidden Dangers of Plant Toxins and the Surprising Benefits of Cold Therapy and Sauna

Episode 007: Uncovering the Hidden Dangers of Plant Toxins and the Surprising Benefits of Cold Therapy and Sauna

Hormesis is a biological concept that refers to the notion that low-level exposure to toxins or stressors can actually have a beneficial effect on an organism. This can be through molecular hormesis (plant toxins) or environmental hormesis (cold, heat, fasting, and exercise). Both have pros and cons - let’s address them today!