What can your chewing gum reveal about you? Alex Danis explains a groundbreaking study where researchers delve into the ancient chewing habits of Scandinavian teenagers from over 9,000 years ago!
This captivating study, published in January, investigates resin chewed by ancient teens, providing unprecedented insights into their diets and oral health practices. Embedded within the gum were strands of DNA from the food these teens had recently consumed. Through meticulous DNA sequencing, scientists decoded their ancient meals, uncovering a fascinating menu that included trout, hazelnuts, and deer meat. But that's not all – traces of bacteria associated with gum infections were also found, shedding light on oral health in ancient times.
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