Xenohormesis

Xenohormesis is a concept that involves the idea that stressed plants produce molecules that can benefit health. The term was coined to signify that these molecules are produced between species (xeno) and that they induce a beneficial effect through a hormesis mechanism—where mild stress enhances health and longevity. Dr. David Sinclair, a biologist, explains that these xenohormetic molecules are produced particularly when plants are under stress, such as when a grapevine is in a dry condition. Andrew Huberman and Dr. Sinclair discussed how these stressed-induced molecules from plants can contribute positively to our health 1.