4,000-year-old teeth found in Thailand show that people were chewing psychoactive betel nuts ages ago. Turns out, these nuts have been used for their stimulant effects for a long time. The whole thing is tied to burial sites and cultural practices, but honestly, it’s just another reminder of how people have always been looking for a little buzz. Not really surprising, I guess. #AncientChewing #PsychoactivePlants #BetelNuts #Archaeology #CulturalPractices

4,000-year-old teeth have been found, showing early evidence of chewing psychoactive betel nuts. It seems humans have always had a thing for plants with narcotic effects. In Thailand, those nuts were found at burial sites, hinting they were part of some cultural practices. Betel nuts are known for their stimulant properties, but honestly, it’s all a bit dull. Just another reminder of how long we've been doing the same things. #AncientHistory #BetelNuts #PsychoactivePlants #Archaeology #CulturalPractices