40+ Amazing Facts About What Hygiene Was Like For The Vikings

Published on 10/22/2023
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The Vikings knew how to make yoghurt

Even today, whole milk, yogurt, and cheese are basic breakfast foods in Scandinavia, where the diet is still heavily based on dairy products. This dates all the way back to the Vikings, who were expert users of dairy. They raised sheep, goats, and cows and frequently made fermented dairy products, butter, and cheese out of the milk to extend its shelf life. Skyr is one common kind that is still widely consumed in Iceland. It is a soft, viscous yogurt-cheese spread that is fairly sour and high in protein.

The Vikings Knew How To Make Yoghurt

The Vikings Knew How To Make Yoghurt

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They were skilled farmers and hunters

We frequently emphasize on the more daring parts of Viking life, such as their global exploration and plundering. But they should also be praised for their excellent agricultural and hunting abilities. It’s not as though they all spent the majority of their time at sea. Everyone was nourished and kept warm thanks to the hard effort of the men, women, and kids back home. Due to the severe weather, they had to be creative, cultivating fruits and vegetables in the summer and canning both food and meats for the winter.

They Were Skilled Farmers And Hunters

They Were Skilled Farmers And Hunters

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