Carnivore Diet Insights

Miki discusses the historical reliance on animal-based nutrition, highlighting that hunter-gatherers primarily sourced their calories from meat rather than plants. The conversation touches on the significant energy returns from hunting compared to foraging, and how environmental changes, particularly the decline of mega herbivores, have influenced modern dietary practices among groups like the Hadza. The role of elephants in shaping ecosystems is also emphasized, illustrating the complex interplay between environment and nutrition.