Nutrition

Honey never expires — archaeologists found 3,000-year-old honey still edible

Honey found in Egyptian tombs was tested and found to be perfectly edible after 3,000 years. Its low moisture content, acidic pH, and hydrogen peroxide content make it inhospitable to bacteria. Stored correctly in a sealed container, honey has an essentially infinite shelf life.

Source: Smithsonian Magazine

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