A single strand of spaghetti is called a spaghetto.

The process of freeze-drying preserves food flavor and nutrients better than most other preservation methods.

Spam is so popular in Hawaii that it is sometimes called the Hawaiian steak.

Coffee is one of the most antioxidant-rich foods in the typical Western diet.

MSG (monosodium glutamate) is naturally found in tomatoes, aged cheese, and soy sauce — and has no proven link to adverse reactions in controlled studies.

Pea protein has an amino acid profile close to egg white and is increasingly used as a plant-based protein source.

Quinoa is technically a seed, not a grain, and is one of the few plant sources of complete protein.

Tahini, a sesame seed paste, is richer in calcium than most dairy products.

A French pharmacist accidentally invented margarine while trying to find a cheaper substitute for butter.