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Ancient Greek physicians like Aretaeus and Hippocrates described and treated diabetes-like symptoms thousands of years ago.

The Rod of Asclepius is a striking emblem: a simple staff with a lone snake coiled around it, universally acknowledged as a symbol of medicine and healing.

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In the modern world, we know good nutrition is essential for our health. Doctors in ancient Greece and Rome knew this too - in fact diet advice was a mainstay of medical practice and health routines.