The human genome contains approximately 3 billion base pairs and around 20,000 protein-coding genes.

The identification of vitamins advanced nutritional science.

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Cashews grow outside the cashew apple fruit — what looks like the nut is actually the seed.

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Chocolate was consumed as a bitter beverage by the Aztecs long before it was made into solid bars.

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The Great Fire of London occurred in 1666.

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Competitive eaters train by stretching their stomachs with large quantities of water and low-calorie foods.

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

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Spices like cinnamon, cardamom, and cloves were once more valuable than gold by weight.

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A cucumber is 96% water, making it one of the most water-dense solid foods.

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