Humans have faster metabolism than closely related primates, enabling larger brains

Wednesday, May 4, 2016 - 14:21 in Biology & Nature

Researchers have found humans have a higher metabolism rate than closely related primates, which enabled humans to evolve larger brains. The findings may point toward strategies for combating obesity.

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