Fermented meat with a side of maggots: A new look at the Neanderthal diet

Title: Researchers Uncover Neanderthal Diet Through Isotope Analysis A recent study has shed light on the dietary habits of Neanderthals, our close evolutionary cousins. By analyzing stable nitrogen isotope ratios in Neanderthal fossils, researchers were able to reconstruct their ancient diets. The findings suggest that Neanderthals consumed a diverse range of food sources, including meat and plants. Interestingly, the data indicates that Neanderthals may have also eaten fermented meat and even supplemented their diet with maggots. The study provides valuable insights into the lifestyle and subsistence strategies of Neanderthals, who lived alongside modern humans for thousands of years. Understanding their dietary preferences and nutritional needs can offer clues about their overall health, social behaviors, and adaptations to their environment. This research showcases the power of isotope analysis in uncovering the hidden aspects of our evolutionary past, shedding light on the complex and diverse ways in which our ancestors sustained themselves.