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The Surprising Answer to: What was the primary diet of most gladiators?

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According to scientific analysis of gladiator bones from a Roman cemetery in Ephesus, these famed fighters ate a diet consisting mainly of grains and legumes, a stark contrast to the meat-heavy, lean physique often depicted in popular culture. This reveals a fascinating insight into Roman-era sports nutrition and lifestyle.