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The marginalization of hormesis.

E J Calabrese1, L A Baldwin

  • 1Department of Environmental Health Sciences, School of Public Health, University of Massachusetts, Amherst, MA 01003, USA.

Human & Experimental Toxicology
|April 4, 2000
PubMed
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Hormesis, a dose-response relationship, was marginalized due to historical associations and a lack of understanding of low-dose effects. This review explores the reasons behind hormesis

Area of Science:

  • Toxicology
  • Pharmacology
  • Biostatistics

Background:

  • Hormetic dose-response relationships, despite reproducible data, remain outside mainstream toxicology.
  • Historical interpretations of bioassays and competing dose-response theories contributed to hormesis' marginalization.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To analyze the historical factors that led to the marginalization of hormesis.
  • To understand the reasons why hormetic dose-response relationships were not integrated into toxicology.

Main Methods:

  • Historical review of toxicological data interpretation.
  • Assessment of competing dose-response theories.
  • Analysis of factors influencing the acceptance of hormetic effects.

Main Results:

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  • Hormesis was marginalized due to its association with homeopathy.
  • Lack of appreciation for low-dose stimulatory effects and evolutionary mechanisms hindered acceptance.
  • Absence of strong scientific advocates against critics also played a role.

Conclusions:

  • Multiple historical, scientific, and advocacy-related factors contributed to hormesis' marginalization.
  • Re-evaluation of hormesis requires addressing these historical biases and scientific gaps.