@KeithRobertson @GeorgeMonbiot Have you heard of hormesis? Among other things, it's how plants defend themselves. The best thing about it for us is that our consumption of plants means we can take on those defences. https://t.co/O1Za3SNryL
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@thecarnivorebar Certain stressors (fasting, exercise, being cold etc) actually help you live longer. Plant compounds can also cause this beneficial hormetic stress https://t.co/i1UomKKhgw
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@NickMystic_ @ScepticalDoctor This paper, and other evidence, says other thing: https://t.co/rQ9u4ElwGP Besides, you should observe general longevity and not biological markers which they're deceitful.
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@AmaryllisPot @CarnivoreSapien The whole thing around plant toxins isn’t relevant to humans, but are a deterrent to insects and pests. These phytochemicals have a hormetic effect on the body which is beneficial. People can eat meat without making stories u