Endocrinology in ancient Sparta

Ioannis N. Tsoulogiannis, Demetrios A. Spandidos

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This article attempts to analyze the crucial link between the plant Agnus castus and human health, particularly hormonal status, with special reference to the needs of the society of ancient Sparta. T he ancient Spartans used Agnus both as a cure for infertility and as a remedy to treat battle wounds…