Why Honey Never Expires (And What That Tells You About Food)

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3,000-year-old honey found in Egyptian tombs was still edible — here's the science why What's the oldest food you've ever eaten and it was fine? 👇

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Archaeologists found edible honey in ancient tombs. Bacteria need water to grow — and honey has almost none. But bees also add an enzyme that produces hydrogen peroxide — a natural antimicrobial. Low moisture, high acidity, and that enzyme together make honey nearly imperishable. Follow for more food facts that genuinely surprise you.