Nutritional anthropology

Nutritional anthropology is a field that studies how humans’ diets and eating habits have evolved over time and how these patterns influence health and culture. It looks at ancient diets through archaeological evidence, as well as contemporary eating practices in different societies. By understanding the relationship between food, environment, and culture, nutritional anthropologists explore how nutrition impacts physical well-being, social structure, and cultural identity. This interdisciplinary approach helps us better understand human adaptation and the importance of nutrition in shaping societies past and present.