Neanderthals in Germany extracted fat for survival

Scientists have discovered evidence of a Neanderthal "fat factory" in Germany, revealing they extracted fat from animal bones for survival. This suggests advanced planning and resourcefulness. Researchers found 125,000-year-old evidence of Neanderthals crushing and boiling animal bones to extract fat, a crucial energy source. The study, published in Science Advances, analyzed bone fragments and tools, indicating the Neanderthals' ability to process food. The Neanderthals likely used stone tools and fire, potentially adding plants to their diet. This discovery highlights their sophisticated survival strategies, including avoiding protein poisoning and maximizing calorie intake.