• Forget diamonds, peanuts can be put under such high pressure that they can be transformed into synthetic diamonds! (This one is a bit mind-blowing!)
• The ancient Egyptians prized figs so much that they were buried with the pharaohs. (A fascinating historical tidbit!)
• Pistachios are actually the seeds of a small fruit, and they’re often harvested at night to prevent the shells from splitting prematurely in the heat. (A surprising detail about harvesting!)
• Raisins were discovered accidentally! Legend has it that a forgotten batch of grapes dried in the sun, creating the first raisin. (A fun origin story!)
• The “milk” from coconuts isn’t the water inside; coconut water is the clear liquid, while coconut milk is made by grating the flesh and mixing it with water. (A common misconception clarified!)