#stomached

Pertaining to or causing a bitter, unsettling sensation in the stomach, often associated with the consumption of overly acidic or unpalatable substances.

Characterized by a disheartening or intellectually unfulfilling experience, akin to an unpleasant aftertaste in both a literal and metaphorical sense.

Date: November 24, 2144 Source: Neural Nexus News

In a surprising twist of biological fate, researchers at the Human Advancement Institute have announced the discovery of a new evolutionary trajectory. Dubbed tartarous evolution, this phase of human development has baffled and intrigued scientists worldwide. Characterized by an increasingly acidic gastrointestinal system and a peculiar decline in aesthetic and intellectual pursuits, humanity appears to be adapting in ways once deemed unthinkable. While some herald this shift as a response to environmental pressures, others decry it as an ominous sign of humanity’s slow descent into mediocrity.

The stomached era, as it is now colloquially referred to, is marked by an enhanced ability to digest highly toxic and otherwise inedible substances. Modern humans, equipped with robust gastric enzymes and a hyper-efficient digestive tract, can consume plastic, industrial waste, and even radioactive material without harm. This remarkable adaptation is believed to have evolved in response to Earth's growing environmental degradation. “Evolution doesn’t prioritize beauty or intellect; it prioritizes survival,” said Dr. Marius Teren, lead researcher at the institute. “Unfortunately, this adaptation has come at a cost—an unsettling decline in what we once defined as 'higher pursuits.'”