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Dr. Herman Pontzer: How We Really Burn Calories & Lose Weight

Perform with Dr. Andy Galpin

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Rethinking Genetics and Diversity in Medicine

This chapter examines the oversimplification of human diversity in medical assessments, particularly concerning skin color and genetic traits. It discusses the significant impact of racial categorization on medical diagnostics and the misdiagnoses that can result from using outdated racial equations. The conversation emphasizes the need for a nuanced understanding of genetics, highlighting the shared similarities among humans while addressing the limitations of traditional racial classifications in healthcare.

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