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Re:Kids with cats have double the risk of developing schizop... by DoctorMckay101 on Tuesday December 12, 2023 @12:59AM (#38610058)
Look up lead plumbing in the Roman Empire and the documented case of many emperors and council members being more "aggressive" than usual.
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Re:Kids with cats have double the risk of developing schizop... by GaryNumanVevo on Tuesday December 12, 2023 @09:31AM (#38612562)
Lead plumbing pales in comparison to the lead they consumed via cooking pans (typically a lead / copper alloy) and a lot of Roman utensils used lead. Most tap water at room temperature won't absorb lead from pipes due to the mineral content and acidity. However, cooking in a pot made from lead will definitely poison you.
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