What Did Neanderthals Eat? Uncovering the Ancient Diet of Early Humans
What Did Neanderthals Eat? Uncovering the Ancient Diet of Early Humans
Ever wondered what Neanderthals, who lived approximately 250,000 to 40,000 years ago, ate to survive? Recent archaeological discoveries are shedding light on the diverse diet of these early humans. From hunting large game to foraging for plants, Neanderthals had a unique approach to nutrition. Let’s dive into the fascinating findings and explore what fueled the lives of our ancient ancestors! 👇
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We know that Neanderthals and other prehistoric humans ate a variety of things.
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You might ask, “Didn't they only eat raw red meat?” But during those times, there were also those who adopted a completely plant-based diet along with seafood.
Archaeologists found evidence of animals killed in some parts of Eurasia where Neanderthals lived before Homo sapiens.
However, when Neanderthals near the El Sidrón cave in Spain were examined, very different findings were revealed.
We also know that coastal-dwelling Neanderthals frequently consumed seafood.
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