Video - 1720s Coffee Myth: Could Your Morning Brew Make You Burst into Flames?

Did you know that in the 1720s, people believed that coffee could cause spontaneous combustion? Yep, you heard that right! People thought drinking too much coffee would make you burst into flames. It all started with a rumor about a woman in Paris who apparently consumed so much coffee that she went up in smoke—literally. This bizarre belief led to all sorts of coffee-related paranoia. People even started hedging their bets by mixing coffee with milk or switching to tea. Thankfully, we now know that coffee won't turn you into a walking fire hazard. So, what's your favorite coffee blend? Let us know in the comments!