What is the difference between maize and corn?
There is no difference between corn and maize. In fact, according to Merriam-Webster, the definition of maize is quite literally “corn.” Also, corn and maize…
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What is the temperature inside my refrigerator and freezer?
The temperature in your refrigerator (fridge) should be between 34° F (1.7° C) and 39 °F (3.3° C), while the temperature inside your freezer should…
Does gum really take seven years to digest?
If one old wives’ tale is true, gum will stay in your digestive system for seven years after being swallowed. Thankfully, this is nonsense. Nothing could reside…
What is the difference between whole grain, whole wheat, white, and multigrain bread?
The two main differences between whole grain, whole wheat, white, and multigrain bread are the parts and type of grain used in the bread and…
Why isn’t there mouse-flavored cat food?
There isn’t mouse-flavored cat food because the FDA holds pet food to most of the same safety regulations as it does for human food and…
Was Tang really invented in space?
No, Tang was not invented in space. It was invented in 1957 by a food chemist named William A. Mitchell while he was working at…
Was Colonel Sanders a real colonel?
Colonel Sanders was really a colonel, but not a military colonel. “Kentucky Colonel” is an honorary title awarded to an individual in Kentucky by the sitting…
What are “Extra Fancy” apples?
“Extra Fancy” is a USDA grade for classifying apples. Below are the different USDA grades an apple can be: U.S. Extra Fancy Grade: “Extra Fancy” apples…
Why are pretzels brown?
No one can say for sure why pretzels were originally made to appear brown. However, I can tell you what makes them brown. The distinct…
Why did pistachios used to be dyed red (or pink)?
Pistachios used to be dyed red (or pink) to cover blemishes and imperfections created during the harvesting process. If you have no idea what red…