The Mismatch Between Modern Lifestyle and Biological Adaptation

Our modern lifestyle is drastically different from the environment in which our bodies biologically evolved. We have shifted from physical activities and scarce, valuable food sources to sedentary behavior and easy access to sugary and fatty foods. This mismatch has led to an increase in certain diseases. While our world has changed due to industrialization and agriculture, our bodies are still biologically adapted to the past. Understanding the adaptations of hunter-gatherers and subsistence farmers can help us identify what we are and are not adapted for, and find ways to blend these two worlds. It's important to note that just because hunter-gatherers practice certain behaviors does not necessarily mean that they are optimal for our well-being.