I was present during the oral presentation of the paper at an IHS meeting in Knoxville but that was in the late 1970's. I believe not only did the friendly flora help break down the vegetable matter so more nutrients could be absorbed but also being infected with some type of parasite that aided this as well. If you google the name the paper is there. Its been so long I can't remember the exact details just that I was surprized of the facts. Over time and experience it now makes lots of sense...thanksTC

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