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The Once-banned Gooseberry Has Made a Comeback in the U.S.
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The U.S. banned the gooseberry in the early 1900s because it contributed to white pine blister rust disease. But few states outlaw it anymore, so eat up!
The Scoville Scale: How Hot Is That Pepper?
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Is that pepper too hot to handle? See where it falls on the Scoville scale.
Is wheat toxic?
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Some people say that wheat has compounds in it that make it addictive. But is this true? Find out if wheat is toxic at HowStuffWorks.
Ever Driven Any of the 9 Longest Roads in the World?
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The U.S. has some of the longest highways in the world, but the nine longest are scattered all over the globe.
DASH Diet: What You Need to Know
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The Dash Diet is often used to lower blood pressure. Learn more about the Dash Diet at HowStuffWorks.
How the Amish Work
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The Amish are an intriguing, somewhat mysterious people. In this electronic-crazy age, can they really avoid using electricity? Learn about the Amish.
If a skunk sprays me, do I have to bathe in tomato juice?
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Skunk smell is unmistakable and one of the hardest scents to get rid of. Learn what causes the skunk smell and why tomato juice is thought to be a cure.
5 Tips for Minimizing Freckles
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These 5 tips for minimizing freckles can help you get rid of those brown blemishes. Learn 5 tips for minimizing freckles.
Are Expired Foods Still Safe to Eat?
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Surprisingly, the date stamped on your unopened can of tuna doesn't really have much to do with how safe it is to eat. So what does it mean, and how can you decide whether to eat it or chuck it?
Will alternative fuels deplete global corn supplies?
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Global corn supplies face demands from the ethanol, livestock and food industries. Read how global corn supplies are handling all these demands.