“Exploring this connection between physiological responses and social living offers valuable insights into how social animals have evolved systems to maintain group cohesion,” Onishi said.

A third of the ancient city still lies hidden beneath volcanic debris from the disaster, but the new excavation - the most extensive in a generation - provides new insights into ancient Roman life.

As we continue to unravel the complex relationships between diet and disease, studies like this one provide valuable insights that can inform both individual health choices and broader public health strategies.

While our research provides new and important insights, there's still a lot to learn.

Investigators had hoped that data on the recorders would provide insights about the crucial moments before the tragedy.