Archaeologists found hallucinogenic compounds in 3,000-year-old hair.
The organic compounds found in the hair are opium alkaloids that, when ingested, can cause delirium, feelings of excitement, and rushes of energy, among other effects.
The cave was first occupied about 3,600 years ago and was used as a funeral chamber until around 2,800 years ago, according to a Scientific ReportsBut the tested hairs weren’t merely plucked from some ancient head. Some strands of hair were dyed red by the ancient community that visited the cave, put in 10 decorated containers made of wood and horn, and placed in a separate, sealed chamber.
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