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June 04, 2026 at 07:02 PM
Scientists Made Sourdough Bread With Yeast Found on Ötzi the Iceman’s Mummified Body
Source:
Smithsonian Magazine
Scientists successfully used ancient yeast from Ötzi the Iceman's mummified remains to bake sourdough bread, blending history with culinary innovation.
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