The Times of India

Romans used human feces as medicine: 1,900-year-old vial from Turkey reveals shocking treatment

A 1,900-year-old Roman glass bottle from Turkey has yielded direct chemical proof of ancient physicians using human feces as medicine. Scientists identified human excrement mixed with thyme oil, matching descriptions by the famed physician Galen. This discovery confirms ancient medical texts and offers a rare glimpse into Roman healing practices, highlighting the surprising remedies once considered legitimate.