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

Flaxseed is the richest plant source of ALA omega-3 — and the richest source of lignans, which have hormonal effects.

Durian fruit is banned from many hotels and public transport in Southeast Asia because of its extremely strong odor.

Blue zones — regions where people live longest — share common dietary patterns: mostly plant-based, moderate alcohol, whole foods.

Celery has negative calories — it takes more energy to digest than the calories it contains.

Almonds are not nuts but drupes, the same category as peaches, cherries, and plums.

Worcestershire sauce contains fermented anchovies — many people who eat it vegetarianly don't realize this.

Sourdough bread is made from a 'starter' — a live culture of wild yeast and bacteria that can be maintained for decades.

Honey is the only food that contains all the substances necessary to sustain life, including water.