Archaeologists have discovered pots of honey in ancient Egyptian tombs that are over 3,000 years old and still perfectly edible. Due to its low moisture content and natural preservatives, honey has an indefinite shelf life.
Capsaicin, the compound responsible for the heat in chili peppers, can help relieve pain by triggering a release of endorphins, the body's natural painkillers.
Kopi Luwak, from Indonesia, uses civet-digested coffee beans. Post-collection, they're cleaned, roasted, yielding a unique flavor. It's one of the priciest coffees globally due to this distinctive process.
The modern orange carrot was bred from its purple ancestor by the Dutch in the 17th century to honor the ruling House of Orange. Before then, carrots were primarily purple, white, or red.
It takes about two to three years for a pineapple plant to bear fruit. Each plant produces only one pineapple at a time.
Cheese holds the title for the most stolen food globally, according to a study. It's estimated that around 4% of all cheese made globally ends up stolen.
Cashew nuts are seeds found at the bottom of cashew apples, which are fruits that grow on cashew trees. The outer shell of the cashew contains a caustic resin that must be removed before consumption.
In the 1800s, ketchup was sold as a cure for digestive issues and was made from ingredients like mushrooms, oysters, and walnuts. It wasn’t until later that tomatoes became the primary ingredient.