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Radioactivity and Hormesis: Can Low-Dose Radiation Be Beneficial?
Introduction: Understanding Radiation ExposureRadiation is everywhere. We are constantly exposed to natural and man-made sources of radiation, including cosmic rays, medical imaging, and even the potassium in our own bodies. While high doses of radiation are unquestionably harmful, there is an ongoing scientific debate about whether low doses might actually have a beneficial effect—a concept…
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)…