Tag: Dietary biology

Paleontological evidence shows that for at least 2.6 million years, our ancestors incorporated meat and marrow into their diet, a significant departure from purely plant-based eating. So, were humans designed to be vegan, or does our biology point toward a more varied ancestral diet? We examine the anatomical, evolutionary, and nutritional evidence to find out.

Archaeological records indicate that early humans were opportunistic omnivores, consuming a diverse range of foods including plants, animals, and fungi. This raises the question: what foods are humans actually meant to eat in our modern world, and has our biology kept pace with our dietary changes?