Evolution of Traits
Research reveals significant genetic changes over the past 10,000 years, particularly in traits related to metabolism and immunity, while cognitive traits show minimal variation. A notable trend indicates natural selection has favored lower body fat and reduced predisposition to metabolic diseases, suggesting a shift from feast-and-famine survival strategies to more stable food availability. This challenges the narrative that agriculture had solely negative impacts on human health.In this clip
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David Reich – How One Small Tribe Conquered the World 70,000 Years Ago
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