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TIL that archeologists have found perfectly edible honey in ancient Egyptian tombs. In fact, honey never spoils thanks to its low moisture, its acidity and hydrogen peroxide in it. (www.smithsonianmag.com)

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[–] [email protected] 10 points 1 year ago* (last edited 1 year ago)

TIL there's hydrogen peroxide in honey.

[–] [email protected] 2 points 1 year ago

I believe it can spoil if exposed to high humidity or water.