Scientists discover gene mutation evolved in humans to help with high-sugar diets

In an interesting look at evolution in action, a research team led by University College London has discovered around 50 percent of people carry a gene mutation that helps lower blood sugar levels. It is suggested humans evolved this mutation as we developed cooking and farming practices, and it may protect against the onset of diabetes.

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Category: Biology

Tags:

• Diabetes
• DNA
• Evolution
• Genetics

from New Atlas (Gizmag) http://bit.ly/2wAplY5