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Mysteries of Ancient Medicine (2026)

Name: Poison Panacea, A Shocking Treatment, Cannabis in China
Released: 2026-04-30

S1E3 Poison Panacea, A Shocking Treatment, Cannabis in China

Apr 30, 2026 Season 1 Episode 3 Documentary

In medieval royal courts, the dread of poisoning turned bezoar stones into highly sought-after remedies. Meanwhile, in Egypt, the electric catfish sparked ideas of bioelectrical healing centuries before modern medicine. And in China's Turpan area, a corpse shrouded in cannabis plants reveals ancient rituals and forgotten wisdom.