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Ancient People Used Betel Nuts for Toothaches

From Live Science ยท September 9, 2026
Ancient People Used Betel Nuts for Toothaches

Archaeologists have discovered that ancient hunter-gatherers from 25,000 years ago in Indonesia used betel nuts to help with toothaches. This finding shows how people in the past used natural remedies for health issues. Learning about these practices helps us understand how ancient cultures lived and cared for themselves.

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