Hormesis is the concept that small, short-lived exposure to certain stressors can positively challenge the body allowing it to build resilience. It can induce mitochondrial biogenesis, autophagy, DNA repair, detoxification and antioxidant enzymes.
In this session Helen Drake takes a deep dive into neurohormesis and its implications for cognitive function, including the role of phytonutrients and other lifestyle factors that can be harnessed to optimise brain health.
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