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Chimps Use Plants to Self-Medicate Against Parasites
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Chimps consume a particular plant during the rainy season to combat parasite infections. The plant contains sesquiterpene lactones that have anti-worm, anti-amiba, and antibiotic properties, demonstrating significant activity against tropical diseases and drug-resistant malaria.
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