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Scientists even got to know what Otzi had eaten for the final time. More than 30 types of pollen were found in his stomach that specified that he either died during summer or winter. These pollens not only told about his death but also made a difficult puzzle.
The Impossible Happened
These pollen types and the DNA analysis helped the researchers in telling that he ate the Alpine ibex around two hours before taking his last breath. The easier the scientist tried to make it the more complicated it became.
Inked Iceman
Thanks to the freezing environment that preserved Otzi, the Iceman’s remains for so long, the scientists were finally able to find out a significant piece of information. It amused the readers who were showing a keen interest in Otzi’s news update when they were informed about 61 tattoos that the Iceman had inked on his body from head to toe. On top of everything, these tattoos weren’t even close to the type of needle-and-ink body art we’re aware of today.
Fine Cuts
These marks on his skin were made by a process of scratching charcoal in precise cuts that resulted in crossed and lines. These were crafted specifically on his joints or nearby. So, scientists landed on the theory that these tattoos were the indication of the acupuncture points. What does that imply?
Astonishing Findings
If this theory is correct, it clearly means that the acupuncture treatment was discovered by men 2,000 years before Chinese introduced it. Anyway, Otzi is the oldest human mummy to be discovered with tattoos on him.
Copperish Discovery
The other evidence showed a high level of copper and arsenic in Otzi’s hair. Also, the ax blade they found along with him was made of copper. The scientist considers it to be there because he was a copper smelter. His health conditions were also revealed.