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Alcohol was necessary for civilization, before we figured out other ways to decontaminate water. Smoking tobacco, as far as I know, did not materially advance
by honkhonkpants 10y ago
Alcohol was necessary for civilization, before we figured out other ways to decontaminate water. Smoking tobacco, as far as I know, did not materially advance the human condition.
- rbosinger 10y agoTrue. Although nicotine is a stimulant and I'm sure it helped folks get through some of the wars, long working hours and journeys.