Garlock: Finding the secret to the fountain of youth
Dr. Victor Garlock Special to The Citizen Legends of the mythical fountain of youth date back 7,000 years. It was believed that drinking or bathing in its waters could restore youth. This myth was revived during explorations of the New World in the 1600s. Certain Caribbean tribes convinced explorers the fountain might be found in Florida. The Fountain of Youth Archaeological Park in St. Augustine, Florida, claims to be where explorer Ponce de Leon came ashore in search of these magical waters. Although belief in such a myth has wavered, most of us take seriously the quest to remai...
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