A baby African elephant weighs 200 pounds and stands about 3 feet tall at birth. Asian elephants are slightly smaller, though not by much.
Whole spices can be kept longer --- for up to about four years for unopened containers; less for opened ones. One of the best ways to tell if your spices and herbs are too old is to open the container and smell the contents. Weak or no aroma means tasteless food. Old spices and herbs do not add flavor to your food.
Fresh spices will only be good for about a week, unless it is garlic. Fresh garlic can be kept for four to six months before it is time to get a new batch. That doesnât totally solve your spice shelf life woes, though. If you buy spices that do not come with a label, create your own with the date you bought it so that you can keep track of how long spices have been hanging out in your cupboard. Always store herbs and spices in tightly sealed containers in dry, dark places.