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How do Tibetans avoid altitude sickness?

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High Altitude Living in Tibet and How Tibetans Avoid Altitude Sickness

Exploring the unique living conditions in Tibet where villages sit at 16,000 feet above sea level, causing visitors to experience altitude sickness while Tibetans seem immune, sparking a discussion on their ability to adapt to high altitude environments.

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