Oysters can change their gender back and forth throughout their lives.

Tomatoes were once thought to be poisonous in Europe because they're part of the nightshade family.

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The word 'sandwich' is named after the 4th Earl of Sandwich, who popularized eating meat between bread slices.

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The nori (seaweed) used in Japanese cuisine is rich in vitamin B12 — one of few plant-based sources.

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Almonds are members of the peach family.

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Butterflies can see ultraviolet patterns on flowers.

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Honey is the only food that never spoils — edible honey has been found in 3,000-year-old Egyptian tombs.

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Fermented foods like kimchi, yogurt, and kefir contain beneficial live bacteria that support gut health.

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King Henry I of England allegedly died after eating too many lampreys.

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