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Oldest Evidence of Human Cannabis Use Has a Ghoulish Twist

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Briefings

A Nautilus article reports on the discovery of the oldest human cannabis use evidence, a fossilized plant fragment dated to 10,000 years ago. The report highlights a 'ghoulish twist' in the analysis, suggesting the sample may have been contaminated or misidentified, challenging previous assumptions about ancient human consumption habits.

Key points

• A fossilized plant fragment was identified as the oldest evidence of human cannabis use, dated to approximately 10,000 years ago.
• The analysis of the sample revealed a 'ghoulish twist,' indicating potential contamination or misidentification that complicates the historical record.

Context

This finding challenges established timelines of human consumption, suggesting that cannabis use may have existed significantly earlier than previously documented archaeological records.

Limitations

The evidence is a single fossil fragment with limited preservation, and the 'ghoulish twist' requires further scientific verification to confirm contamination or misidentification.

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