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    Key Insights:

    • The research pinpoints the timeline and mechanisms behind the spread of starch-digesting genes.
    • Evidence suggests a link between dietary shifts and the amplification of AMY1.

    Outlook:

    • Further research can explore the functional consequences of AMY1 copy number variation.
    • Understanding these genetic adaptations offers insights into human dietary flexibility and evolution.