Mysteries of Ancient Medicine · SEASON 1
Poison Panacea, A Shocking Treatment, Cannabis in China
Episode 3 · 2026-04-30
- Documentary
Episode overview
In medieval courts, fear of poison fuels the rise of bezoar stones as prized antidotes. In Egypt, electric catfish inspire bioelectrical healing long before modern science. And in China’s Turpan region, a burial wrapped in cannabis plants uncovers ritual practices and ancient knowledge.
43 minutes
Season 1 episodes
1. Etruscan Gold Teeth, Soutra Aisle, The Two Toes2026-04-30
2. Rivers of Mercury, Ethics of Anatomy, The Black Death2026-04-30
3. Poison Panacea, A Shocking Treatment, Cannabis in China2026-04-30
4. Mummy Medicine, King of Poisons, Maya Sweat Baths2026-04-30
5. James Cook's Cup, Roman Army Hospital, Bamboo Scrolls2026-04-30
6. Queen Anne's Revenge, Tribal Trepanation, Thunderbolt2026-04-30
7. Abracadabra, Longmen Recipes, Belemnites2026-04-30
8. Barber Surgeons, Astrologist-Physicians, Ancient Indian Medicine2026-04-30
9. Relitto del Pozzino, Ancient Opium, Liang Tebo2026-04-30
10. The King's Evil, The Leper Skull, Ancient Cancer Treatment2026-04-30
