🤯Baby carrots are actually regular carrots that have been shaved down to baby size.
🍓Strawberry-flavored gummy bears are green, not red or pink.
🍚Brown rice and white rice are the same product, with white rice being the result of milling.
🏰Rice was used to build the Great Wall of China, thanks to its sticky properties.
🍫Chocolate can develop a whitish film called bloom, but it is still safe to eat.
Are baby carrots genetically modified?
—No, baby carrots are not genetically modified. They are simply regular carrots that have been shaped down to a smaller size.
Why are strawberry-flavored gummy bears green?
—Strawberry-flavored gummy bears are green because the flavoring used does not affect their color. It is a common misconception that strawberry-flavored things should be red or pink.
Is white rice less nutritious than brown rice?
—Yes, white rice is less nutritious than brown rice. The milling process removes parts of the rice grain that contain valuable nutrients.
How did rice contribute to the construction of the Great Wall of China?
—Rice was used in the construction of the Great Wall of China because it could be turned into a sticky rice soup that was used to make a stronger and more water-resistant mortar.
Is it safe to eat chocolate with a whitish film?
—Yes, it is safe to eat chocolate with a whitish film called bloom. The bloom is simply a sign that the cocoa butter in the chocolate has separated, but it does not affect the safety or taste of the chocolate.
00:00Introduction: There are fascinating facts about food that will blow your mind.
00:13Baby Carrots: Baby carrots are not a separate variety, but regular carrots that have been shaved down to a smaller size.
01:10Strawberry Gummy Bears: Strawberry-flavored gummy bears are actually green, not red or pink.
02:05Rice: Brown rice and white rice are the same product, with white rice being the result of milling.
03:16Great Wall of China: Rice was used in the construction of the Great Wall of China due to its sticky properties.
04:28Chocolate Bloom: Chocolate can develop a whitish film called bloom, but it is still safe to eat.
