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🔬 Science
March 13, 2026 at 03:35 PM
Scientists Discover Microscopic Traces of Leaves, Seeds and Toxic Berries on Pots Used by Stone Age Cooks Thousands of Years Ago
Source:
Smithsonian Magazine
A new study reveals that Stone Age hunter-gatherers in Europe demonstrated sophisticated culinary skills, carefully selecting ingredients like fish and plants for complex meals.
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