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“Our ancestors had to eat whenever food was around. And we're actually still hardwired the same way. The big difference is we don't have to hunt for our food. For us, "hunting" comes down to sliding the milk carton out of the way.”

Quote by Mehmet Oz

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Mehmet Oz is a celebrated surgeon, television personality, and author. Born on June 11, 1960, he has made substantial contributions to the field of medicine and has emerged as a well-known figure in the media. more

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