World's oldest cheese found on mummies? Scientists uncover 3,600-year-old mystery

Scientists have identified the oldest known cheese from the remains of Bronze Age mummies in China's Tarim Basin, dating back to around 2,000 BC. Known as kefir cheese, it was found on the heads and necks of Xiaohe people mummies. Analysis revealed it contained genetic material from cows and goats, highlighting ancient dairy practices.