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184. The problem with eating plants

Paul Saladino MD podcast

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Animal Plant Warfare and Secondary Metabolite Evolution

In recent years, the concept of animal plant warfare emerged. It focused on the co-evolution between plants and herbivores. As a reaction to herbivory, plants developed mechanical defenses such as thorns or hard shells. Plants evolved further defense systems by producing chemicals that exert toxic effects in animals who ingest them.

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