Ancient Minutus V

What white, sweet, gum-like substance was used only for medicinal purposes in ancient Rome?

Ancient Romans did not consume sugar; they sweetened their food with honey and dates. First century historian, Pliny the Elder, described sugar as medicinal: "Sugar is made in Arabia as well, but Indian sugar is better. It is a kind of honey found in cane, white as gum, and it crunches between the teeth. It comes in lumps the size of a hazelnut. Sugar is used only for medical purposes."

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