Van Camp’s Pork & Beans were a staple food for Union soldiers in the Civil War
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Studies show that 3 beers a day may control your cholesterol levels. Beer seems to cause an increase in the good cholesterol (HDL).
More beer than milk is consumed in the U.S. We average 34 gallons of beer per person as opposed to 26 gallons of milk.
Peanut butter is an effective way to remove chewing gum from hair or clothes.
Some of the feelings of a hangover are caused by cogeners (toxic substances caused by fermentation).
An apple, potato, & onion all taste the same if you eat them with your nose plugged. They all taste sweet.
Breakfast cereal is the third most popular item sold in grocery stores after carbonated beverages & milk.
Ketchup was originally made from fish broth & mushrooms. (Ewww!) Tomatoes were added later.
Chocolate contains phenyl ethylamine (PEA), a natural substance that is reputed to stimulate the same reaction in the body as falling in love.