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Parasites or symbiotes?

« on: 25/05/2011 14:09:29 »

If we benefit from those parasites, shouldn't they be called symbiotes? This podcast reminded me of the guy who ate worm eggs to cure his irritable bowel syndrome.

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Parasites or symbiotes?

« Reply #1 on: 25/05/2011 14:58:05 »

Quote from: kenhikage on 25/05/2011 14:09:29

If we benefit from those parasites

http://www.straightdope.com/columns/read/2991/will-hookworms-relieve-my-asthma

« Last Edit: 25/05/2011 15:14:38 by RD »

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