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Ultimate Guide to Vinegar
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No kitchen pantry is complete without vinegar. Find out everything you need to know about vinegar, including how to make your own.
The Richest Countries in Africa, Based on GDP
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Western nations often think of the entire African continent as poor, thanks, in large part, to the legacies of the transatlantic slave trade and European colonialism. The truth is, many African countries were wealthy before colonization.
Understanding the USDA Food Pyramid
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The USDA Dietary Guidelines offer advice for eating healthy and achieving weight control. Learn to use the Food Pyramid to take off unwanted pounds.
Why aren't peanuts classified as nuts?
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Peanuts aren't technically nuts. Find out why peanuts aren't classified as nuts and what they are instead at HowStuffWorks.
Pawpaws: The Forgotten Fruit That Could Use a Little Love
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You probably won't find a pawpaw in your grocery store or local farmers' market, so what's the deal with this most elusive of fruits?
What's more energy efficient for warmer climates: shingles or a metal roof?
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When it comes to roofing, materials matter -- especially in a hot climate. So when it comes down to asphalt shingles or a metal roof, which really is better?
How Communism Works
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Communism is a type of government that relies on collectivization of labor and good to equal out the classes. Learn about the workings of communism.
How is volcanic ash made?
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Volcanic ash is what's left after a volcano literally blows its top. Learn how volcanic ash can devastate everything under its gray blanket.
How Ketchup Works
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As people begin to prefer spicier sauces, what's the future of ketchup? Find out from HowStuffWorks.
How Pet Microchipping Works
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The pet microchip could save your lost pet's life. Find out how the pet microchip works and why pets receive the pet microchip.