• The Real Reason Supreme Oreos Are So Expensive

    Oreos have been releasing special holiday and limited edition flavors for years — even much-hyped 'mystery flavors.' So what, may we ask, is up with the iconic cookie's latest release, or 'drop,' as they announced it on Instagram? Turns out, it's pretty Supreme.

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  • The Real Reason White Strawberries Are So Expensive

    If you've never tried or even heard of a white strawberry, you're not alone. White strawberries are strawberries with white flesh (hence the name), red seeds, and usually some pink patches. They are bred to be bigger, softer, and sweeter than the average strawberry (via Spoon University).

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  • The Surprising Origin Of Turducken

    Turducken is one of those portmanteau foods whose name reflects its ingredients — the name, and the dish, combines turkey, duck, and chicken. Although it sounds like some kind of bizarre modern invention, oddball foods expert Andrew Zimmern says turducken is actually part of an ancient tradition.

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  • Here's Why You Should Start Eating More Lemons

    Do you know why lemons made it big? During the 1918 influenza pandemic that took the lives of between 20 and 50 million people worldwide, hot lemonade was touted as a miracle cure. Lemons still have plenty of benefits, so maybe you should start eating more lemons.

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  • The Real Reason You Can Only Get Five Guys Burgers Well Done

    But, Five Guys is bypassing the debate over the perfect burger temperature all together by serving every one of its hand-formed, 100 percent pure ground beef burgers well done (via Eat This Not That). Why? The answer has to do with safety and efficiency, and we can't be mad at that.

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  • Here's Why You Should Never Put Eggshells Down The Drain

    Not everything is fit for drain disposal though, and eggshells top the list. It's actually the inner membrane of the eggshell that is the enemy, not the shell itself. According to The Spruce, eggshell is a sticky catch-all for everything else that goes down your drain.

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  • The Real Reason You Shouldn't Drink Jose Cuervo Especial

    The manufacturing of mezcal is an art, and frankly, we can't stand to see tequila reduced to frat parties, cheap shots, and $5 margarita specials on Cinco de Mayo. Jose Cuervo Especial might get the job done if you're just looking for a quick buzz, but here's why you'll want to stay away it.

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  • Brooke Siem: What This Famous Chopped Winner Is Doing Now

    Brooke Siem burst into the public sphere after competing on the Food Network's hit show Chopped. In 2017, Siem took home the prize, and great as that might sound, she said being on the hit show was a mixed bag of emotions. Here's what she's been doing since the show ended.

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  • Here's What Happens When You Drink Cranberry Juice Every Day

    Cranberry offers many health benefits, so it stands to reason that drinking cranberry juice every day would be good for you. Throughout history, cranberry juice has been used as a treatment for urinary problems, upset stomach, and liver problems (via Healthline).

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  • The Real Reason Cow Meat Is Called Beef

    Many meat products have a different name when they're on the shelves of a grocery store or a butcher than the name we use to refer to the animal itself. For example, we refer to the meat as pork rather than pig. And of course, another such instance is the fact that we call cow meat 'beef.'

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  • The Untold Truth Of Funfetti Cake

    Rainbow sprinkles were reborn in 1989, the year Pillsbury introduced a white cake mix that included rainbow sprinkles to be mixed into the batter, and not placed on top of the cake. The mix was called "Funfetti" and it didn't take long for Pillsbury to realize it had a star on its hands.

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  • Why You Should Think Twice About Eating Almonds

    Almonds seem to be rather ubiquitous. Whether in marzipan, an almond croissant, almond milk, or trail mix, these oval nuts are used in many cuisines for many reasons. They're healthy for you as well. However, the popularity of the nuts has caused a rather serious issue in California.

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  • The Real Reason People Are Eating More Eggs Than Ever Right Now

    During the long months of sheltering in place, the one thing that most of us seemed to be doing to cope with the mind-numbing boredom interspersed with intermittent bouts of newscast-fueled terror was heading to the kitchen to cook. And what did we want to cook? Eggs.

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  • Here's Why You Should Start Eating More Walnuts

    Many nuts are a great source of nutrition, especially for vegetarians and vegans who struggle to get important dietary components such as protein and iron outside of animal products. Even those who are not vegetarian can gain nutritional benefits from walnuts.

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  • The Truth About The Cult That Only Ate Coconuts

    A lot of people like to describe foods as 'to die for,' but how many people would willingly live up to that claim by actually dying? Those willing to eat a 6,000-calorie Bypass Burger can't hold a candle to the five-alarm commitment of the coconut-obsessed cult, Sonnenorden, or 'Order of the Sun.'

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  • Here's Why You Should Start Eating More Pecans

    Pecans are one of America's most valued nuts. There are countless varieties, sizes and uses, according to the National Pecan Shellers Association. Beyond Thanksgiving pie, pecans have a plethora of culinary uses and health benefits. While some nuts get a bad rap, pecans are one you should definitely put on your to-eat list.

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  • The Biggest Coffee Myths You Can Finally Stop Believing

    The average American coffee drinker regularly enjoys three cups of joe per day, according to the National Coffee Association. While there are many fascinating truths about our favorite beverage, there are also several myths that need to be put to rest.

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  • The Real Difference Between Regular Popcorn And Movie Theater Popcorn

    We know movie theater popcorn tastes better than homemade, no matter how bad it may be for us. So, what's the real difference between the two? How do they make it taste so good at the theater, and can you recreate that same flavor when you make popcorn at home — sans all the extra fat and calories?

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  • The Untold Truth Of Life Cereal

    If you find yourself opting for Quaker Oats' tried-and-true Life Cereal, there are some things you should know. This is the untold truth of the cereal.

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  • The Real Reason You Can't Eat At The Original Taco Bell

    Though many of the country's famous fast food restaurants have expanded to become multinational corporations with locations in all corners of the globe, they almost all had humble beginnings. Taco Bell is no different, but you can no longer dine there.

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  • The Real Reason Decaf Coffee Is Less Healthy Than Regular Coffee

    While decaf coffee may not keep you up all night, research suggests that it might have an impact on your heart health. Scientists at the Piedmont Mercer Center for Health and Learning found that because caffeine-free coffee tends to be made from beans with a higher fat content than other coffee.

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  • The Real Difference Between Slurpees And ICEEs

    Necessity is the mother of invention, but fortuitous accidents often play a role in creating the products we now consider iconic. The ICEE (and thus its 7-Eleven spinoff, the Slurpee) combines a little bit of both.

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