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Popcorn gets a good rep for having antioxidants

Article at Science Daily – Popcorn has more healthful antioxidant substances called “polyphenols” than fruits and vegetables. Read: http://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2012/03/120325173008.htm

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It was Oreo that copied Hydrox

I didn’t know the story of Oreo or Hydrox. I know I like Oreo a little better, at least have in the past. It’s been a while since I had Hydrox though. Just because practically every grocery store has it’s … Continue reading

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Snackfood history from Delish

Nice little set of historical tidbits on snack history at Delish.com. It’s not comprehensive or anything but is interesting.

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How to make soft pretzel bites

Great article over at the website Two Peas and Their Pod on creating soft pretzel bites. Just in time for the superbowl, if you’re into that sort of thing. I’d eat these anytime though. http://www.twopeasandtheirpod.com/homemade-soft-pretzel-bites/

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The design of the Oreo

Among the long list of things you probably don’t care about but will still distract you, Time.com has a piece on the design of the Oreo cookie. You know that sort of floral pattern embossed on the 2 sides? Article … Continue reading

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Ice Cream Sandwich slideshow

The New Yorker features a fun slideshow about summer treats.  Give it a look.

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Make Wholesome, Homemade Pop-Tarts – via lifehacker

I thought this article at lifehacker was really good. A how-to for home made poptarts. I’ve always loved the texture of poptarts but have been disappointed by the execution most of the time. Especially with any of the non-red fruit … Continue reading

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Cheetos Mighty Zingers All Good

I gotta tell you. I can’t keep these Cheetos under wraps. Even that I know that Cheetos don’t have much nutritional benefit, the flavors are outstanding on these Cheetos Mighty Zingers and deserve to be known and hopefully to stick … Continue reading

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Sunchips, I’m afraid you’re just too darn loud

Frito-Lay is pulling their new and very cool compostable bag from the shelves because customers tell them the bag is too loud. I was just going to post about this bag because I recently discovered it’s fun and unique crinkly … Continue reading

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