Two of the traits that set modern humans apart from non-human primates are taller stature and a higher basal metabolic rate. Publishing in the Cell Press journal Cell Genomics on May 21, researchers have identified a genetic variant that contributed to the co-evolution of these traits. This mutation seems to help people grow taller — especially when they consume a lot of meat.
“The dietary shift from a primarily plant-based diet to increased meat consumption marks a major milestone in human…
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