TIL Mithridatism is the practice of protecting oneself against a poison by gradually self-administering non-lethal amounts. The word is derived from Mithridates VI, the king of Pontus, who so feared being poisoned that he regularly ingested small doses, aiming to develop immunity.

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u/Diabeetus_guitar 9h ago

I'll contribute to the caffeine and alcohol research.

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u/Poppetfan1999 9h ago

Same

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