Category: hormesis
Carbon Monoxide: From Poison to Potential Medicine
Carbon monoxide (CO) is widely known as a toxic gas, capable of causing fatal poisoning by binding to hemoglobin and preventing oxygen transport. However, emerging research has uncovered potential therapeutic applications of CO at low, controlled doses. Studies suggest that CO can exert anti-inflammatory, antioxidant, and cytoprotective effects, making it a possible candidate for treating…
Hormesis & Longevity
What is Hormesis? Hormesis is the idea that small doses of stress make you stronger by activating longevity pathways (AMPK, sirtuins, FOXO). Key hormetic stressors: 🔥 Cold Exposure – Boosts norepinephrine, metabolism, and resilience. Try cold showers (30 sec – 2 min) or ice baths. 🌞 Heat Therapy (Sauna) – Triggers heat shock proteins (HSPs)…