What Was the Human Diet 5000 Years Ago?
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Archaeological evidence from sites across the globe reveals that by 5000 years ago, most human societies had firmly transitioned from a nomadic, hunter-gatherer lifestyle to a more settled, agricultural one. This shift dramatically altered what was on the menu, introducing domesticated crops and animals as dietary staples. However, the exact composition of the ancient diet varied significantly based on geographic location, climate, and local innovations in farming and animal husbandry.
