HairAreYourAerials
HairAreYourAerials t1_ist4y4g wrote
Reply to comment by Neraph in TIL that when a cat has a flat face (such as a Persian), that is actually a deformity. Breeders, however, are able to find ways of altering the cat’s genetics by choosing who they breed with. They do this because so many people gravitate to the smushed in face. by dioWjonathenL
But in this case selectively breeding for features that have an adverse effect on the animal’s health.
HairAreYourAerials t1_ixv9fyh wrote
Reply to comment by sixfourtykilo in ELI5 How is drinking a diet soda different than drinking plain water when it comes to your health? by LucyLegBeard
It’s a mild diuretic.