The SHOCKING Truth About Ancient Mummy Remedies

Welcome to a fascinating exploration of ancient Egyptian medicine and the strange history of corpse medicine! In this episode, we dive deep into the world of mummy medicine, revealing how mummified bodies were once used in bizarre medical cures. Discover the strange journey of mummification resin vs. bitumen, and how these materials were believed to hold miraculous healing powers.

We'll explore the dark side of historical medical practices, from medicinal cannibalism to the use of human remains in early medicine. Learn how apothecaries across the Middle Ages created medicines from Egyptian mummies, as well as the role of Arabic medicine history and the influence of Avicenna on classical medicine and magic remedies.

Join us as we uncover the bizarre and sometimes gruesome world of ancient corpse medicine practices-from the tombs of Egypt to the shops of European apothecaries-and how bitumen played a pivotal role in the creation of these strange remedies. Plus, we'll visit historical connections to museums like the Barnum Museum and see how magic and medicine in history were often intertwined.

If you're curious about medicinal uses of mummies, ancient apothecary practices, or just love bizarre ancient history, this video is for you! Don't forget to like, subscribe, and comment below with your thoughts or any topics you'd like us to explore next.

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00:00 Introduction to Corpse Medicine and Mummies
00:21 Mummification and Egyptian Mummies
00:48 Mummiya: The Drug Made from Mummies
03:37 Mummification Resin vs. Bitumen
04:22 Medicinal Uses of Mummies
04:39 Avicenna and the Influence of Arabic Medicine
05:37 Magic and Medicine in History
06:40 Apothecary Practices and Mummy Medicine
08:30 The Historical Uses of the Human Body in Medicine
09:28 Comment Your Topic Suggestions!


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