The world's most expensive coffee, Kopi Luwak, is made from beans that have passed through a civet's digestive system.

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

The ghost pepper was once used by the Indian military to make non-lethal chili grenades.

Pistachios are technically drupes — the same fruit category as peaches, plums, and cherries.

Ultra-processed food comprises over 58% of the average American's calorie intake.

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

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

Lobsters were once considered food for the poor and were fed to prisoners — they only became a luxury food in the 20th century.

Kiwi fruits contain more vitamin C per ounce than oranges.