1. How valid is digestion testing in a non carnivore?
    James White James White Canada says:
    January 25, 2019 at 8:12 AM

    I am always surprised that we would think mouse models in the gut have any bearing on the omnivore/carnivore diet of humans.

    If we tested the immune system reaction to grass - on lions, we would not expect results that impact humans.

    Am I alone in this concern?

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    • Mice/Humans
      Kate Anderton Kate Anderton United Kingdom says:
      January 25, 2019 at 8:52 AM

      Hi James,

      You may be surprised to discover that mice have a similar genetic makeup to humans, and thus respond in similar ways to us to variation in things like diet.

      I am sure the use of mice will become outdated someday, but right now, they're pretty good models

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