Why do we as humans need such varied diets when animals in the wild don’t.
We don't need very varied diets. There were cultures before globalization kicked in that were eating more or less the same assortment of foods for thousands of years. We've found that eating a variety of foods can increase our lifespan and overall health, so today it is strongly recommended that …
The Short Answer
We don't need very varied diets. There were cultures before globalization kicked in that were eating more or less the same assortment of foods for thousands of years. We've found that eating a variety of foods can increase our lifespan and overall health, so today it is strongly recommended that we get fruit, veggies, some grains, meats, etc. since there are other nutrients we can use.
Analysis
Key Concepts: Eating, foods, don't
This explanation focuses on eating, foods, don't and spans 66 words across 4 sentences. The depth is typical for Animals questions (category average: 68 words), striking a balance between accessibility and completeness.
What This Answer Covers
The explanation opens with: “We don't need very varied diets.” It then elaboratesultimately building toward a complete picture across 4 connected points.
How This Compares in Animals
Ranked #221 of 500 Animals questions by answer depth (top 45%). This falls in the detailed tier — above average depth. The explanation goes beyond surface-level but keeps things accessible.
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Is there a simple explanation for why we as humans need such varied diets when animals in the wild don't.?
We don't need very varied diets. There were cultures before globalization kicked in that were eating more or less the same assortment of foods for thousands of years. We've found that eating a variety of foods can increase our lifespan and overall…
How detailed is this explanation compared to similar Animals questions?
This is an above-average answer at 66 words, ranked #221 of 500 Animals questions by depth. The key concepts covered are eating, foods, don't.
What approach does this answer take to explain we as humans need such varied diets when animals in the wild?
The explanation uses direct explanation across 66 words. It is categorized under Animals and addresses the question through 1 analytical lens.