The famed Japanese condiment, wasabi, generally served with sushi, is more than just a spicy green paste. Researchers in Japan found that the traditional spice is quite beneficial in improving memory.

Wasabi, a favourite sushi topper, has potential memory-boosting properties: Study

Wasabi, a fluffy Pekingese with a black and brown face and soulful eyes, won Best in Show at the Westminster Kennel Club Dog Show in Tarrytown, New York. Normally held in February, the show was delayed and moved from its home in the heart of New York City to a country estate due to COVID-19.

Wasabi the Pekingese wins 'Best in Show' at Westminster Dog Show

If you've eaten sushi, you might assume you've tried wasabi. But chances are it was an artificial version that Japanese growers say is a world away from their 'green gold'.

Japan's wasabi producers farm 'green gold'

Wasabi is famous within Japanese cuisine. But much of the wasabi served in restaurants is not the real thing.

Gravitas: Are you consuming artificial Wasabi?

Why real wasabi is considered ‘green gold’ in Japan’s sushi restaurants

Wasabi served at most sushi restaurants is not what people think it is. In fact, about 99 per cent of all wasabi sold in the US is fake. Even in Japan where most wasabi is developed, you won't have much better karma.

Wasabi served at most sushi restaurants is actually horseradish

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