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What Americans Are Eating, or, Why Are You So Fat?

Do you ever wonder why Americans are so fat, but you might be too lazy (or fat, or both) to do any real research? This handy infographic is here to help.

It not only highlights our collective addiction to artificial sweeteners and French Fries — but claims that the average American has been known to consume 110 pounds of red meat in any given year. And imagine how embarrassing that number would be, if there were no vegetarians. It’s good to know that they’re good for something.

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[via The Atlantic]

Girl Scout Cookies By The Numbers

Those adorable little scamps, The Girl Scouts, will soon be stationed outside of your local post office and Wal-Mart selling their delicious cookies. But of all the varieties of Girl Scout Cookies, which actually sells the most? And is your go-to cookie amongst the most popular?

This handy cookie chart is here to help. Perhaps you’d simply like to run with the popular crowd and grab a dozen boxes of Thin Mints — again. But please don’t let the numbers discourage you from buying your Trefoils — even though they clearly suck. Cookie charts don’t lie.

[via Wired]

The Art and Science of S’mores

Who knew that the simple campfire/microwave treat of S’mores was so complicated? Brought to us by REI, The Art and Science of S’mores not only gives a brief history and proper technique, but offers variations of the treat — including using a peanut butter cup instead of plain chocolate. Yay science!

[via Holy Kaw!]

Time Spent Using Tupperware, An Infographic

Time Spent Using Tupperware is a handy infographic brought to us by Matt of The Oatmeal. Use it to plan your tupperware usage accordingly, or be frightened by how accurately it depicts your inadequacies as a food storer.

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