Studies reveal that chimpanzees in African forests consume fermented fruit, unknowingly taking in a daily dose of alcohol.
This intake, approximately 14 grams of pure ethanol, is equivalent to a standard alcoholic drink, surprising researchers.
Their high fruit consumption, around 5-10% of their body weight daily, contributes to this unexpected alcohol intake.
This discovery adds evidence to the 'drunken monkey' theory, suggesting a link between our primate ancestors' diet and our fondness for alcohol.
