LOL!! You Won’t Believe What People Used Before Toilet Paper!
Ever wondered what people used before toilet paper? From sponges on sticks to dried corncobs, the history of bathroom hygiene is fascinating! 😲 #History #ToiletPaperTrivia
Winona, Minnesota – There was a time when the world was without toilet paper! Can you imagine your life without it? Well, back in the day, folks had some pretty creative solutions for their bathroom needs.
In ancient Rome, people shared a sponge on a stick in public restrooms. Yes, you read that right! Everyone used the same sponge, which they cleaned in saltwater or vinegar. Talk about a lack of privacy and hygiene!
Over in Ancient Asia, the Silk Road travelers had “personal hygiene sticks” made of bamboo with fabric on one end. But that’s not all – the first toilet paper was invented in 6th century China, with the emperor even ordering scented sheets of paper for his royal bathroom.
The Ancient Greeks had a rougher approach, using stones and ceramic shards for cleaning. And get this – sometimes they’d write the names of their enemies on those shards!
In colonial America, people got creative with dried corncobs and even used pages from newspapers and catalogs. And did you know that the first medicated paper was invented in 1857, leading to the toilet paper we know and love today?
Thankfully our friends over in Wisconsin helped make toilet paper so popular. In fact, did you know Green Bay, Wisconsin is known as the Toilet Paper Capital of the World? It’s true!
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It’s fascinating to see how bathroom habits have evolved over time. Next time you reach for that soft, white roll, remember the long journey it took to get there!
🗣 On a scale of 1 to 10, how thankful are you that you’re not reaching for a dried corncob right now? Let us know in the comments below! ⬇️
