From peanuts to peas, legumes are an important part of the human diet. A white bread sandwich with a thick layer of peanut butter; there’s no simpler breakfast, right? It’s easy-peasy! The number of vegetarians and vegans is increasing, and the image of legumes is being bolstered. For example, the word “pod” in English is becoming increasingly popular. Think of sleep pods in the airport or Airpods from Apple. And no, you don’t put a green bean in your ears. In technology or on your plate, pods are global. And now you know how to answer the classic question, "Is the peanut a nut?"