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Early inhabitants of Indonesia already used betel nuts – also to numb toothaches, say Australian researchers. But this apparently further damaged the teeth.
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Taiwanese anti-cancer advocates want betel nut candy banned for minors - Taiwan News
Taiwanese anti-cancer advocates want betel nut candy banned for minors Taiwan News
Earliest Evidence of Drug Use Found in 25,000-Year-Old Teeth
Scientists have discovered chemical traces of betel nut consumption in ancient Indonesian teeth, marking the earliest known evidence of human drug use.
Betel Nuts Become a Lifeline for Farmers
The cultivation and trade of betel nuts have emerged as a crucial source of income and a lifeline for many farmers.