15 million gallons of wine were destroyed in the 1906 San Francisco earthquake.
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Peanut butter and jelly sandwiches were originally considered a delicacy, only enjoyed by those of the upper class.
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The powder on chewing gum is finely-ground marble.
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The first product to have a bar code was Wrigleys gum!
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Bananas contain a natural chemical which can make a person happy. This same chemical is also found in Prozac.
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Contrary to popular belief, plastic cutting boards are more likely to harbor bacteria than wood ones. New plastic boards are easier to clean, but ones with cuts are nearly impossible to completely disinfect, whereas wood ones absorb and kill bacteria, regardless of age or use.
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Strawberries are in the same plant family as roses.
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Almost all varieties of breakfast cereals are made of grass.
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