What You're Really Eating When You Order Taco Bell
Taco Bell has come under scrutiny in the past for some of their ingredients, so we thought we'd take a closer look at the ingredients they use.
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What Is Blue Raspberry Flavor Really?
Blue raspberry is such a hard-to-pin-down flavor. When asked to describe it, what comes to mind first is that it's an eye-catching color, somewhat reminiscent of windshield wiper fluid, although much tastier. What does it actually taste like, and where did it come from?
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The Truth About Kirkland Vodka
According to several blind taste tests, it seems that Kirkland vodka may even be better — and, of course, a whole lot cheaper — than the overpriced, overhyped Grey Goose.
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The Important Difference Between Napa Cabbage And Regular Cabbage
While the contrast in appearance between the two types of cabbage is important to know, in order to make sure you've got the right kind in your shopping cart, the main difference between them lies primarily in their texture, as this factor determines how each one is used.
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The Real Reason Square Watermelons Are So Expensive
Cubed or square watermelons first emerged in Japan in the 1970s, but have now become a novelty item in many other parts of the world. Watermelons, of course, don't naturally grow square, which means there's a hefty price tag attached to them. Here's how much a square watermelon will cost, and why.
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Here's How Much Money The Heirs To Aldi Are Really Worth
Founders Karl and Theo Albrecht built Aldi into what it is today, but both men have now passed away and the grocery store fortune is causing some major family drama among their heirs.
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The Truth About Liquid Smoke
You may have seen it in its little bottle up there on the grocery store shelf next to the barbecue sauce selection, and wondered, what the heck is liquid smoke anyway?
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Don't Eat Costco Salmon Until You Read This
While the revelation that some Costco salmon contains live worms that are large enough to be visible might seem like no big deal to Costco management, it's pretty shocking — and super gross — for anyone who was thinking of purchasing, much less eating, that fish.
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The Real Reason Organic Food Is More Expensive
There is one pretty significant roadblock that stands in the way of everybody converting to an all-organic diet, and that is the simple fact that organic equals significant price bump. So why is it that organic food is such a budget buster?
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The Dirty Secret Behind Free Bread In Restaurants
There are a lot of reasons why we dine out, like being too tired to cook something yummy for ourselves at home. So when we started hearing rumors about the dirty secret behind free bread in restaurants, you know we had to do a little investigating.
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What Is Mincemeat Really?
Those in the United States or outside of the UK might hear the words "mince," "meat," "pie," and "dessert" and start wondering — what exactly is mincemeat? Does it really contain actual meat?
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The Real Reason These Expensive Ingredients Cost So Much
There are pricey ingredients, and then there are insanely priced ingredients. Let's talk about some of the most expensive ingredients you might pick up at the store, and why they're priced that way. We'll leave it to you to decide whether or not the cost is worth it.
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Food Challenges That Broke The Internet This Past Decade
What were the major food challenges of the decade? There are a few big ones that truly swept up the world, and no, we're not talking about The Ice Bucket Challenge. If you're curious about which food challenges made our list, keep on reading.
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The Best Way To Tell If Your Wine Has Gone Bad
There's not much worse than preparing to unwind at the end of a long day with a glass of wine, only to pull that bottle of Syrah off the shelf or last weekend's half-consumed bottle of Pinot Grigio out of the fridge only to be met with the sinking suspicion that something just isn't... right.
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The Truth About Alkaline Water
For something that's such a basic building block to life, there's almost no end to the new ways companies will attempt to market it, and the latest is the very hyped-up alkaline water. Broad claims that alkaline water can detoxify the body has seen it skyrocket in popularity, but is it all hype?
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The Real Reason Deviled Eggs Are Called Deviled Eggs
While deviled eggs could possibly fit into the indulgent category since they tend to be high in fat as well as being super tasty, their name actually doesn't come from the "devil made me do it" excuse.
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The Absolute Worst Food Recall Of All Time
While many food recalls tend to be precautionary in nature and don't involve reports of anyone actually sickened by the product in question, it does happen, and in some cases, it can even be fatal. What was the worst food recall all about?
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The Real Reason Donuts Have Holes
We've found ourselves curious about the real reason why donuts have holes. It can't just be because donut holes are adorably tiny and snackable, right?
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You've Been Storing Potato Chips Wrong Your Entire Life
We're not here to hate on the chip clip, but there's a better way out there to store your chips and it's about time you put it into practice.
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Here's What Jell-O Is Really Made Of
It turns out that some of the rumors about how Jell-O is made are true, and it just might be one of those foods you'll never eat again after you know the ingredients.
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Taco Bell's Shredded Chicken Tacos: What To Know Before You Order One
Some Taco Bell fans are getting an early treat this holiday season with the release of shredded chicken tacos. Even better -- they're just a buck! The new tacos are available in a soft shell and are filled with shredded chicken, as well as lettuce, cheddar cheese, whatever sauce you like, and crunchy tortilla strips.
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Curcumin Vs Turmeric: What's The Difference?
If you've ever gone to pick up the capsule version of turmeric to use medicinally, you may have found yourself with a bottle of curcumin instead, or with a bottle of turmeric that says it includes curcumin, making you wonder — what exactly is the difference between curcumin and turmeric?
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The Real Reason Restaurants Are Paying You To Dine In
Ordering delivery food for dinner is so much easier, but these days, restaurants are so desperate to get people through the doors that they'll pay you to dine-in instead of order out. That's because food delivery is now the most popular way people dine "out" (or "in" as the case may be).
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Why Does Sour Cream Get Watery?
Sour cream is just the thing if you need a little bit of tartness in your food. It can be a little unpleasant, however, when you reach into the fridge for some sour cream, pull the lid back, and see some water on the surface.
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What Does Organic Food Really Mean?
Without a doubt, there's a lot of ground to cover if you are wondering about whether you should buy organic-labeled food or not. Sometimes, in situations like this one, it's helpful to simply go back to the beginning: What does organic food really mean?
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The Truth About Dashi Powder
If you don't live near an Asian grocery store, don't have hours of free time to devote to keeping an eye on a simmering batch, or if you're simply new to the repertoire, you likely don't have a supply of freshly-made dashi on hand, which is where dashi powder can definitely come in handy.
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What You Need To Know About The Massive Salad Recall
Hold up before you open up that ready-to-eat salad bowl, because there's a dangerous E. coli outbreak that you need to know about.
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