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Episode 191: You Need Cholesterol For Hormonal Health | Dr. Elizabeth Bright

The Plant Free MD with Dr Anthony Chaffee

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Historical Impact of Agriculture on Fertility and Nutrition

Historically, the advent of agriculture led to significant changes in fertility rates and nutrition. With the shift to agriculture, the number of children women had increased drastically from three to 12-14, particularly in more grain-based agricultural regions like Italy. However, this increase in fertility did not necessarily lead to improved health, as it resulted in nutritional deficiencies for children due to the high number of offspring. The association between agriculture and increased fertility highlights the nutritional and financial challenges associated with large families.

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