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Catherine Locke
Special Topics in Research Science
CAN MODERN HUMANS BENEFIT FROM RETURNING TO THE EATING AND LIFESTYLE HABITS OF THE EARLY HOMININS?
PROPOSAL: Over the course of seven months (207 days), researcher will act as own test subject and attempt to duplicate as closely as possible the living conditions of early hominins.
METHODS:
A. Rules:
1.Subject may eat only food that would have been available to early hominins. This means nothing processed, manufactured, chemically-altered, or preserved;
2.Subject must refrain from using any modern conveniences wherever possible. These include motorized transportation, appliances, and electronic equipment.
B. Exceptions:
1.Where safety is involved (subject may use motorized transportation after dark or for great distances, may ca
