For centuries, chewing maak was woven into everyday Thai life. Royals and farmers alike chewed it daily, and jet-black teeth were considered a mark of beauty and status. A Sukhothai-era inscription describes betel groves cultivated throughout the city — meaning this tradition goes back over 700 years. But in the 1940s, two things happened that put an abrupt stop to the ancient tradition. Independently reported. Sourced from public Thai/International news and records.

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