When did eating oysters become fashionable and why?

The consumption of oysters has always been popular. In the United States, native Americans consumed copious quantities of them as they were bountiful in supply and the cheapest source of protein. read more

Eating oysters became"fashionable" right about the time that someone decided they were hungry enough to eat one. There is an old saying: The first person to ever eat an oyster was either very brave or very hungry. read more

Oysters have lots of benefits, such as promotion of healthy heart and bones as well as a positive effect on immune system due to C-type lectin content, which promote fight against cancer. They are also beneficial for vision and functionality of integumentary system. On the other hand oysters also have their dark side and risks, mainly when eaten raw. read more

The main reason is because it’s harder to keep them cold and fresh in the heat, especially before refrigeration. read more