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How Micronutrients Have Shaped Human DNA: Insights from Global Genetic Adaptations

By MedXY 09/14/2025

A recent study reveals how essential micronutrients like iron, calcium, and zinc influenced human evolution by driving genetic adaptations to environmental nutrient availability across populations worldwide.

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Do Active People Really Live Longer? Twin Study Reveals the Complex Truth About Exercise, Aging, and Longevity

By MedXY 09/14/2025

A decades-long twin study reveals that while exercise is linked to longevity, genetics and baseline health play a crucial role, and the relationship between exercise and aging follows a U-shaped curve.