How do Tibetans avoid altitude sickness?

Stuff You Should Know

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🗓️ 23 October 2008

⏱️ 14 minutes

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Due to the region's elevation, the average traveler to Tibet often experiences altitude sickness -- a condition caused by a lack of oxygen in the blood. Check out this HowStuffWorks podcast to learn how Tibetans have adapted to life in high altitudes.

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