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A hunter-gatherer's guide to the 21st century ; evolution and the challenges of modern life / Heather Heying and Bret Weinstein

This text explores the disconnect between human evolutionary biology and the modern world. It examines how contemporary social and health issues arise from this mismatch and suggests ways to align ancient biological needs with a rapidly changing environment.

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