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Hunter-Gatherer Diets, Self-Checkouts, Penguin Colonies
Feb 22, 2024
Discover a new study challenging hunter-gatherer diet norms, revealing ancient Andeans' plant-based diet. Explore the effect of self-checkouts on customer loyalty and service perceptions. Learn about new Emperor penguin colonies discovered and the threats they face from climate change.
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- Hunter-gatherer diets primarily plant-based, not meat-heavy, challenging traditional perceptions.
- Self-checkout systems impact customer loyalty; traditional cashier-assisted checkouts foster higher loyalty among customers.
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Reevaluating Hunter-Gatherer Diets
Recent research in the Peruvian Andes challenged the common perception of early human diets. Studies of ancient burial sites from 6,500 to 9,000 years ago indicated that hunter-gatherers primarily consumed a plant-based diet, with tubers like wild potatoes forming a significant portion. Contrary to popular belief, the diets were not meat-heavy, but comprised mostly of plant-based foods, presenting a shift from the traditional understanding of hunter-gatherer diets.
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