"Insight into Stone Age Life: Teenagers' 9700-Year-Old Chewing Gum Unveils Fascinating Details"

Analysis of chewed resin from Stone Age teenagers at a site in Sweden has provided insights into their lives 9,700 years ago. DNA analysis of the resin revealed human DNA, indicating the presence of teenagers of both sexes. The resin also contained DNA from bacteria, fungi, red deer, brown trout, hazelnuts, and possibly fox. The study suggests that the teenagers were using the resin for tool making and recreational or medicinal purposes. The analysis also indicated that one of the teenagers likely suffered from severe gum disease. This research provides valuable information about the lifestyle and health of Stone Age people and opens up new possibilities for understanding ancient cultures through DNA analysis.