Everything Everywhere Daily Peanuts
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Dec 16, 2024 Peanuts are more than just a snack; they transform into peanut butter and even contribute to products like plastics and cosmetics. Despite their popularity, peanut allergies pose serious risks for many. Delving into their roots, the podcast traces peanuts from South America's fields to mainstream American cuisine, unveiling their cultural significance along the way. Notable figures, including innovators like George Washington Carver, have shaped the peanut's journey, highlighting its economic impact and historical significance.
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Peanuts Aren't Nuts
- Peanuts aren't nuts; they're legumes, like beans and peas.
- They grow underground from a shoot called a peg, unlike nuts that grow on trees.
Peanut Varieties and Growth
- Four main peanut varieties exist: Runner, Virginia, Spanish, and Valencia.
- Peanuts grow through geocarpy, where a peg goes underground to develop pods.
Peanut Origins and Spread
- Peanuts originated in South America, possibly Peru or Paraguay.
- Europeans brought peanuts from South America but they didn't become popular there like other American crops.