Scientists Discovered A Population Developed a Genetic Superpower—Thanks to Potatoes

Scientists Discovered A Population Developed a Genetic Superpower—Thanks to Potatoes

A new DNA study found that Peruvian Andeans possess a high number of salivary amylase genes, or AMY1, for digesting starchy foods like the native potato.

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