cardiovascular disease
The embalmed heart of a French knight showed signs of atherosclerosis.
Young adults who exercise have better survival rates and a lower risk of heart disease in old age.
The concept is this: Humans evolved on a diet very different from today's eating habits. Therefore, the Paleo proponents argue, to be healthier, leaner, stronger and fitter, we must re-think our diet and remove some of the food groups we consider basic.
