Ancient yeast in Ötzi’s gut hints at prehistoric bread
Scientists analyzing Ötzi the Iceman’s gut found ancient yeast, which they cultured and used to bake bread, offering new clues about early fermentation and prehistoric diets.
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Ancient 1,000-Year-Old Skeletons Unveil Insights into Pre-Hispanic Diet and Microbiome
Scientists analyzed the preserved intestines of a 1,000-year-old man from Mexico, revealing a diverse and largely intact ancient gut microbiome that offers insights into pre-industrial human diets and health, highlighting the loss of microbial diversity in modern humans.
Ancient Mesoamerican Mummy Unveils 1,000-Year-Old Microbiome
The well-preserved 1,000-year-old Zimapán mummy from Mexico revealed an ancient human gut microbiome, including bacteria still common today and a previously unobserved species, providing insights into ancient diets, lifestyle, and microbial evolution.