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Ancient teeth reveal humans were getting high 25,000 years ago
2026-09-10
Archaeological analysis of teeth from 25,000-year-old hunter-gatherer remains in Sulawesi shows evidence of habitual betel nut use, including distinctive wear and traces of arecoline.
Why It Matters
The discovery reveals early psychoactive plant use and its health impacts among prehistoric Southeast Asian populations, adding to our understanding of ancient behaviors and lifeways.
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