February
12
/ 2024
The excavation of KNM-ER 1808, a Homo erectus specimen, in Kenya unearthed insights into the perilous dietary choices of our ancestors. The skeletal analysis revealed intriguing anomalies, such as coarse bone texture and irregular growth patterns, indicative of a disturbance likely caused by an overdose of vitamin A. This overdose was speculated to stem from the consumption of carnivore livers, rich in the nutrient. Despite the potential benefits of a varied diet, including the incorporation of meat, early hominins faced significant risks. A Snapshot of Our Mysterious Ancestor Homo erectus Prehistoric Hunters Roasted and Ate Giant Snails 170,000 Years Ago Sites like Gona and Kanjera South provided evidence of tool use for scavenging or hunting, suggesting a transition towards meat
