The alleged origin of the misconception, that it was caused by a decimal point error, is also false, and the creator of Popeye, Elzie Crisler Segar, never claimed that the source of Popeye's strength was the iron in the spinach but its vitamin A.

Spinach does not have a particularly high iron content.

This common misconception has often led to weddings using millet, confetti, or other materials to shower the newlyweds as they leave the ceremony, instead of traditionally throwing rice. Birds do eat wild rice, though some species avoid it.

Rice does not cause birds to die by inflating their stomachs until they burst.

Turkey meat is not particularly high in tryptophan, and does not cause more drowsiness than other foods.

The highest concentration of capsaicin is located in the placental tissue (the pith) to which the seeds are attached. In fact, seeds contain a low amount of capsaicin, the component which induces the hot sensation in mammals.

Seeds are not the spicy part of chili peppers.

Most food in the US is edible after its expiration date, with the exception of some perishables.

There are no known cases of children having been killed or seriously injured by poisoned candy or fruit given to them by strangers at Halloween or any other time, though there are cases where people have poisoned their own children.

They generally remain on a store shelf for only 7 to 10 days.

Twinkies (a brand of American snack cakes) have a shelf life of approximately 45 days -far shorter than the common (and somewhat jocular) myth that Twinkies are edible for decades or longer.

Meat is seared to brown it, improving its color and flavor.

Searing does not seal moisture in meat in fact, it causes it to lose some moisture.

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