Contraception And Abortion From The Ancient Wor... May 2026

Potent herbs like pennyroyal, rue, and Queen Anne’s Lace were used to induce contractions.

Highly advanced medical papyri (like the Ebers Papyri) list numerous recipes for "emptying the womb," suggesting it was a standard medical procedure. Contraception and Abortion from the Ancient Wor...

Ancient medical texts are historical documents. Many substances mentioned—like or lead —are highly toxic and can be fatal. Potent herbs like pennyroyal, rue, and Queen Anne’s