Why Zebras Don't Get Ulcers

Brief Overview

The book «Why Zebras Don't Get Ulcers» by Robert Sapolsky delves into the study of stress—its biological mechanisms, its impact on human health, and ways to manage it. The author examines how stress responses, beneficial for animals in the wild, can lead to chronic illnesses in modern humans. He explains complex scientific concepts in simple and accessible language, supplemented with numerous examples and studies. The book covers various aspects of stress impact—from its role in the development of cardiovascular diseases and stomach ulcers to its influence on the immune system and mental health. Sapolsky also offers strategies for reducing stress based on the latest scientific data.