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4,000-Year-Old Thai Skeletons Reveal Bronze Age Betel Nut Use

WebProNews Saturday, 2 August 2025 ()
Analysis of dental plaque from 4,000-year-old Thai skeletons reveals Bronze Age Southeast Asians chewed betel nuts for stimulant effects, providing the earliest direct evidence. This biomolecular technique uncovers hidden rituals and substance use, reshaping our understanding of prehistoric habits and their modern echoes in Asia.
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