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History Of Medicine

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    Wakes Originally Involved Watching The Deceased To Ensure They Were Truly Dead

    Before modern medicine, fears of being buried alive were common, so families would watch the body for signs of life. This vigil also served to mourn and prevent grave robbers, evolving into the social custom we know today.

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    Ketchup Was Once Marketed As A Medicinal Cure In The 1830s.

    Dr. John Cooke Bennett claimed tomatoes could cure indigestion, and a recipe for 'tomato ketchup' with medicinal properties was published. Pills made from tomato ketchup were even sold, highlighting early misconceptions about food science and health remedies.

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