As much as 2.6% of your DNA is from Neanderthals. (Excluding Africans)

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One of the neander genes we possess, unless I am completely mistaken - is related to the drinking of milk! (or processing of lactose, more specifically) - and is directly related to the lactose intolerance of most African descendants.

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Large, deep-set eyes as well. The more you know!