Tag: Food misconceptions

Wine gums have been a British confectionery staple since 1909, but one question continues to baffle sweet lovers: do wine gums contain alcohol? The short and definitive answer is no, and the reason for the name is a charming piece of marketing history.

According to official FAGE product information, the yogurt is made exclusively with cow's milk, not sheep's milk, for its primary retail offerings in the US and Europe. This clarifies a common misconception about what kind of milk is FAGE yogurt made with, a question that often arises due to its 'Greek' heritage.

According to the Oxford English Dictionary, one of the earliest recorded uses of 'gow' was as slang for opium, and it is not a food item at all. This surprising fact clarifies that there are zero calories in gow, as it is inedible and purely a linguistic term.

According to the National Hot Dog and Sausage Council, a standard beef hot dog contains 7 grams of protein. The answer to "do hot rods have protein" depends entirely on whether you are talking about the popular meat stick or the custom-built automobile.

Over 75% of adults worldwide have some degree of lactose intolerance, which makes understanding food categories crucial. This common health issue often highlights the widespread dietary confusion, including the popular misconception that eggs are cow's milk or a dairy product.

A study shows over 40% of children believe bacon originates from plants, a significant misunderstanding of food sources. This highlights the need for better education on where food comes from.

While searching for 'PEJ food' often leads to information about a medical procedure, the word 'pez' or 'pej' also refers to a comforting rice porridge popular in parts of India. This article clarifies the significant difference in context and meaning to resolve this common misconception.

With a vast range of dietary habits across the globe, it's easy to get confused by various food classifications, but the term 'non-vegetarian class 1' does not represent any standard or official dietary group acknowledged by nutritionists or food scientists.

Studies confirm there is no significant nutritional difference between brown and white eggs, a finding that contradicts a popular consumer belief. So, are brown eggs really healthier than white eggs, or is this just a common misconception driven by price and perception?

A single tablespoon of Milo powder contains approximately 80 calories, yet the term "mili" can refer to several different food products with widely varying nutritional values, from a popular malt drink to maize meal. This ambiguity is the primary reason for confusion when searching for calorie information on "mili."