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Vikings Were Infested With Parasitic Worms
Vikings had their moments, but they weren’t the cleanest lot. While some archaeological evidence hints at personal hygiene, their unsanitary habits often threaten their health. For one, they consumed a lot of raw meat, introducing parasitic worms into their systems.
This diet was born from necessity and tradition yet came with a high risk of contamination, leading to internal infections and malnutrition from parasites leeching nutrients. Such unsavory practices and a general lack of cleanliness made diseases rampant.
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