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No, pumpkin spice doesn't actually contain pumpkin

Food

No, pumpkin spice doesn't actually contain pumpkin

Food

Yes, the food pyramid was an updated version of the USDA’s first visual food guide released during World War II

USDA introduced the “Basic Seven” in 1943 to promote public nutrition education and to help people cope with limited supplies of certain foods during World War II.
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The food pyramid is an updated version of USDA’s first visual food guide released during WWII.

USDA introduced the “Basic Seven” in 1943 to promote public nutrition education and to help people cope with limited supplies of certain foods during World War II.
Food

No, the government isn't paying farmers to destroy their crops

The Farm Bureau, the USDA and several farmers popular on social media all say the government is not paying farmers to destroy crops.
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No, the government isn’t paying farmers to destroy crops

The Farm Bureau, the USDA, and several farmers popular on social media all say the government is not paying farmers to destroy crops.
Food

Yes, the frozen honey TikTok trend can cause health problems, such as cavities and stomach issues

Health experts say eating frozen honey frequently could lead to weight gain, high blood sugar, gastrointestinal issues and cause cavities.
Food

No, there’s no evidence that drinking lettuce tea helps induce sleep in humans

Despite some online claims, there’s no evidence salad water can make you sleepy.
Health

Yes, eating poppy seeds can lead to a positive drug test

Several government agencies have recognized that the consumption of poppy seeds could lead to urine samples that result in a positive drug test.
Food

Claim that there’s a national chicken shortage needs context

While increased demand and decreased supply to start the year has kept the chicken market tight, supply is currently increasing.

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Local 5 - weareiowa.com | Des Moines Local News & Weather | Des Moines, Iowa

No, pumpkin spice doesn't actually contain pumpkin

Yes, the food pyramid was an updated version of the USDA’s first visual food guide released during World War II

The food pyramid is an updated version of USDA’s first visual food guide released during WWII.

No, the government isn't paying farmers to destroy their crops

No, the government isn’t paying farmers to destroy crops

Yes, the frozen honey TikTok trend can cause health problems, such as cavities and stomach issues

No, there’s no evidence that drinking lettuce tea helps induce sleep in humans

Yes, eating poppy seeds can lead to a positive drug test

Claim that there’s a national chicken shortage needs context

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