No resource lasts forever. That’s why governments across the globe hold on to stockpiles of various goods, products, and fuels. Some of them make sense, like having reserves of oil, vital minerals, and local food staples. Others are more… Odd. Some countries hold reserves of seemingly bizarre products to cater to local necessities and cultural …
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What do you think is on this list of weird food-related cases? Like what happened to the man that ate too many carrots? The Man Who Lived on Pizza for Decades Dan Janssen became famous for eating almost nothing but cheese pizza for years. Despite the extremely limited diet, he continued living a normal life …
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It really stinks when people make a mess and leave it for others to clean. In the case of St. Mary’s, it really, really stinks. This picturesque little Canadian town has struggled with a bizarre issue for the past two decades. At all times, St. Mary’s has reeked of putrid fish. The culprit behind the …
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Do you know of these people who harmed food to harm people? Some things that happen are just sick. The Tylenol Murders (1982) In one of the most infamous product-tampering cases in history, several people died after taking Tylenol capsules that had been secretly contaminated with cyanide. The killer was never identified, but the case …
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What do you think will be on this list of weird food combos? Do you think you eat any of them already? Tomatoes + Olive Oil This classic Mediterranean combination works because the healthy fats in olive oil help the body absorb more of the fat-soluble antioxidants in tomatoes, especially lycopene, a compound linked …
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A popular urban myth states that Coca-Cola (and other similar drinks) will dissolve a tooth within days. While that’s not true, cola drinks are acidic, and drinking too much can damage your teeth. But their acidity may have beneficial effects as well, as this woman’s case demonstrates. A Massachusetts woman reported to a hospital with …
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What do you think are the most popular foods people eat in the summer? Are there a lot of things on this list that apply to you? Watermelon with salt – Common in many countries; salt enhances the sweetness. Grilled cactus (nopales) – Popular in parts of Mexico during hot weather. Shaved ice with beans …
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Do you think you know all these odd restaurant foods? Which of them have you tried? From Italy comes Casu marzu, a cheese containing live larvae that help break down fats, making it extra soft and intense in flavor. Vietnam serves snake wine, with whole snakes infused in alcohol, sometimes displayed dramatically in bottles. In …
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What food myths on this list do you believe? Like how much water do you think you need in a day? Myth: Eating bread crust makes your hair curly. Fact: Hair texture is determined by genetics and hair follicle shape,not what part of bread you eat. This one was mostly used to get kids to …
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Do you want to be a kid this summer? Here are 47 ways how. Play tag, hide-and-seek, or capture the flag with friends or family. Go on a picnic with simple snacks and a big blanket. Make friendship bracelets or simple crafts with bright threads. Jump into a pool without testing the water first. Dance …
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