November 2007 PMID 17439362

Effects of brain evolution on human nutrition and metabolism.

William R Leonard, J Josh Snodgrass, Marcia L Robertson

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Peak: 1 in Nov 2014
across 4 sources since Nov 2014

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What people are saying

Participants discuss how the article links brain evolution with dietary changes, such as the role of meat in supporting brain growth, mentioning terms like 'high energy needs' and 'nutrients' that reflect genuine interest and understanding. The tone varies from supportive to inquisitive, emphasizing the article's relevance to human development and nutritional adaptations.

AgreementModerate agreement

Most discussions express general support or acceptance of the research findings, especially regarding the connection between brain evolution and dietary needs.

InterestModerate interest

Participants show curiosity about specific details, such as meat consumption and nutrient intake, indicating moderate engagement with the topic.

EngagementModerate engagement

Comments include references to the broader implications of brain growth and dietary evolution, showing some depth of discussion.

ImpactModerate impact

The discussions highlight the importance of this research in understanding human evolution, suggesting perceived significance.

Abstract in brief

  • The large size of the human brain significantly impacts our nutrition and energy use, requiring a diet rich in nutrients and energy to support its high metabolic costs, which is reflected in humans' relatively small digestive tracts and body composition.
  • Human brain evolution, particularly with the emergence of Homo erectus around 1.8 million years ago, was linked to dietary changes, increased body size, and new foraging behaviors, emphasizing the connection between brain development and dietary quality.
  • Compared to other primates, humans have a high-quality diet to meet brain energy demands, leading to physical adaptations such as being under-muscled and over-fat, which help compensate for the high metabolic costs of a large brain.]

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@harald_faber @Fatze_Buck @JacyLu76 @nachwuchsverwa @NurderK Das Video beschreibt zwar das soziale Verhalten als Auslöser für ein Hirnwachstum aber die Quelle https://t.co/re3nYIJKDP aus dem Video sagt aus, dass dies eine hohe Energiezufuhr benötigte, die durch Fleisch bewerkstelligt wurde. Wie gut b12 wie in dem Video beschrieben aufgenom

Feb 8, 2022 · 54 followers View post →
Frau Hasenfutter
@frauhasenfutter · X

@retrorb @yourVeganStory 5. Leonard WR, Snodgrass JJ, Robertson ML. Effects of brain evolution on human nutrition and metabolism. Annu Rev Nutr. 2007;27:311-27. https://t.co/PrjtreFKDm

Oct 22, 2022 · 47 followers View post →

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Frau Hasenfutter
@frauhasenfutter · X

@retrorb @yourVeganStory 5. Leonard WR, Snodgrass JJ, Robertson ML. Effects of brain evolution on human nutrition and metabolism. Annu Rev Nutr. 2007;27:311-27. https://t.co/PrjtreFKDm

Oct 22, 2022 · 47 followers View post →
@tueflti@bildung.social
@tueflti · X

@harald_faber @Fatze_Buck @JacyLu76 @nachwuchsverwa @NurderK Das Video beschreibt zwar das soziale Verhalten als Auslöser für ein Hirnwachstum aber die Quelle https://t.co/re3nYIJKDP aus dem Video sagt aus, dass dies eine hohe Energiezufuhr benötigte, die durch Fleisch bewerkstelligt wurde. Wie gut b12 wie in dem Video beschrieben aufgenom

Feb 8, 2022 · 54 followers View post →