The Saffron Secret: Is This the World’s Most Expensive Crop? | Food Unwrapped

What if the food on your plate isn’t as healthy as you think? In this eye-opening video, we uncover the shocking truths behind modern food systems — from the hidden dangers in depleted soil to the rise of illegal eel trafficking and the surprising reality of homegrown vegetables In this eye-opening episode, we travel across the UK and Europe to uncover the fascinating stories hidden behind our favorite foods. Join us as we reveal which vegetables and fruits are truly worth growing at home for both your wallet and your health, and get expert tips from botanist James Wong on how to boost your home harvest - including how to grow "gold" with saffron and make your tomatoes sweeter. We also dive into the endangered world of eels, investigating why their price rivals caviar, how illegal trafficking threatens their survival, and what conservationists are doing to save them. But that’s not all - we get to the root of what gives ginger beer its legendary kick, exposing the differences between artisanal and commercial recipes and uncovering why some brands use chili extract for extra punch. Plus, we dig into the UK’s looming soil crisis, meeting farmers and scientists fighting to restore our most precious resource and safeguard the future of British food. If you care about what’s on your plate and where it comes from, this is a must-watch! Season 8 Episode 16 #FoodUnwrapped #FoodScience #Wasabi #PetFood #Flatulence #Taurine #HealthyEating #FoodFacts