Hormesis

Type: Concept

As of November 2026, Hormesis has been mentioned in 3 episodes across 1 podcast, first heard Sep 2025 on HUBERMAN LAB.

A biological phenomenon where exposure to low doses of a stressor or toxin induces an adaptive beneficial effect on the organism, increasing resilience and capacity.

Hormesis at a glance
Mentioned in	3 episodes on 1 podcast (as of November 2026)
First heard	Sep 2025 on HUBERMAN LAB
Field	Biology, Medicine
Domain	Biology

What do podcasts say about Hormesis?

2 quotes, recorded on HUBERMAN LAB.

Your tolerance for stress grows when you expose yourself to controlled doses of stress.
HUBERMAN LAB · Sep 2025 · Episode
Hormesis… small amounts of stress stimulate repair and adaptation.
HUBERMAN LAB · Sep 2025 · Episode

Who talks about Hormesis on podcasts?

Hormesis came up; the most recent mention was Sep 2025 on HUBERMAN LAB.

PUSH YOURSELF, MAKE IT HAPPEN - ANDREW HUBERMAN on HUBERMAN LAB (Sep 2025)
Anti-Aging Bacteria: The TRUTH About Energy & Longevity (DO THIS TODAY) | Andrew Huberman on HUBERMAN LAB (Sep 2025)
Challenge Yourself Every Day for Success DR ANDREW HUBERMA on HUBERMAN LAB (Sep 2025)

What is Hormesis mentioned alongside?

Hormesis is most often mentioned alongside Cold Exposure, Discipline and Identity.

Mentioned together: Cold Exposure, Discipline, Identity, Olympic athletes, stress, recovery, plasticity, Sleep, nutrition, Nervous system