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Hormesis and Resilience: How Small Stressors Strengthen Health

Learn how mild stressors like fasting, cold exposure, and exercise can boost resilience, improve health , and slow aging naturally . I. Introduction Definition of Hormesis Hormesis is a biological phenomenon where exposure to low doses of stressors triggers adaptive benefits, enhancing cellular function and resilience. This process strengthens the body’s ability to handle higher levels of stress , improving overall health, longevity, and disease resistance. Connection Between Hormesis and Resilience Resilience is the ability to recover from challenges, and hormesis plays a key role in building this adaptability. By exposing the body to mild stress, such as intermittent fasting or cold therapy, it enhances stress tolerance, improves immunity, and optimizes cellular repair mechanisms. Importance of Mild Stressors for Overall Health Modern lifestyles often minimize physical and environmental stress, leading to weakened resilience. Incorporating mild stressors l...