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by cmrdporcupine 1074 days ago
"The unexpected discovery of high caries incidences for men in the bush is likely explained by heavy reliance on honey, and perhaps differential access to tobacco and marijuana. "

I'd also expect a high fruit diet in certain tropical regions where fruit is available more constantly also shows similar effects.

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Access to and a cultural appreciation for honey probably plays/ed a factor in some societies.
you think honey appreciation is cultural? that's ... sweet, my sweet summer honeychild.
> sweet, my sweet summer honeychild

I think we can maybe all move on from this awful quote.

But, no I'm specifically referring to cultures like the Efé where men gather honey full time during a season, Yao honey-hunters who work with birds to find honey, or other forest cultures where honey is gathered from especially tall trees as a show of masculinity and bravery.