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Which is older, Medicine or Wine?

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  • Shaun McCann

  • June 24, 2024

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    Wine has ancient origins, with its first consumption likely occurring in Mesopotamia or nearby regions thousands of years ago.

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    The Talmud, dating back to around 500 BCE, highlights the historical significance of wine in medicine.

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    Wine was historically used in medicine to treat various ailments, including asthma, epilepsy, and wounds.

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    The development of modern medicine, including haematology, evolved over centuries, influenced by ancient practices.

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    The relationship between wine and medicine continues to be a topic of discussion, reflecting their intertwined histories.

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Which is older, Medicine or Wine?

  • by Shaun McCann

  • June 24, 2024

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