The carnivore diet, or high-meat diet, is getting more popular by the day. From a biological perspective, the trend is surprising, as humans are not natural...
Category - Biology
For quick readers: Studying human evolution to understand more about the natural human diet is a smart move. But rarely, do we come across the (scientifically...
Detox and health in the context of evolution: what we need to know to heal in today’s toxic world! We live in a world that has rapidly degenerated in...
Chimpanzees are tropical primates commonly described as omnivores. In the wild, however, they are specialized fruit-eaters with fruits as their primary food...
Chimpanzees are often referred to - and percieved as - typical omnivores. This is a misperception with significant implications on where humans place...
The carnivore diet is on a steep rise - but many health advocates and nutritionists are worried about the long-term effects of this diet that makes no sense...
What is the natural human diet? Like every species, humans have a species-specific diet. Today, in most cultures, humans are...
We all know vitamin C as a nutrient that we need to get from food. But did you know that most other types of animals make the molecule internally? Most species...
Non-sweet fruits are often thought to be healthier than their sweet counterparts. This is due to the misconception that sweet, simple sugars are harmful in...
Confusion around carbs is everywhere. One question is whether simple carbs from fruits, or complex ones from grains and starches, are superior. Luckily, we...