Posts made by DavidPS
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RE: Study: CO2 may be “bad” for the climate, but is beneficial for humansposted in Literature Review
Ray Peat was right again.
Peatbot.com: Yes, higher levels of carbon dioxide (CO2) can be beneficial for humans in certain contexts. According to the provided context, CO2 has several health benefits:
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Immune System Activation: CO2 activates the phagocyte process of various cells in the blood, which is part of normal repair and regeneration. This process is crucial for developmental changes and cleaning up old cells.
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Antioxidant Effects: CO2 acts like a powerful antioxidant, preventing free radical formation and protecting against oxidative damage. This is particularly beneficial during medical procedures like surgery, where permissive hypercapnia (allowing CO2 to accumulate) is practiced to protect against lung damage from free radicals.
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Metabolic Efficiency: At high altitudes, where oxygen pressure is lower, the body retains a higher balance of CO2, which stabilizes working muscles and is similar to the effects of progesterone in the heart and brain. This can lead to increased lifespan for people living at high altitudes.
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Protection Against Inflammation: CO2 can help suppress inflammatory responses and increase the production and retention of CO2, which is beneficial for overall health.
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Developmental Support: In early embryo development, higher CO2 levels have been shown to support more vigorous development and better implantation.
Overall, CO2 plays a crucial role in various physiological processes, and maintaining higher levels can have protective and beneficial effects on human health.
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RE: Does brain shrinkage lead to dementia?posted in Literature Review
There is more than one way to shrink a brain:
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