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Food
Yes, alcohol sales have increased since the start of the COVID-19 pandemic
Environment
Yes, cattle are the top source of methane emissions in the US
Methane is produced as a part of cattle’s digestive process, and cow burps are full of it. That’s what makes cattle a major contributor of U.S. methane emissions.
Food
Viral video claims frozen chicken in puffed-up bags is spoiled. That’s false
A viral TikTok video with more than 2 million likes claims frozen chicken in “poof bags” is spoiled. VERIFY researchers found that’s false.
Food
A viral TikTok video claims frozen chicken in “poof bags” is spoiled. VERIFY researchers found that’s false.
A USDA-approved method of packaging used by chicken processors can make the bag look puffy, which our sources say is an indicator the bag is properly sealed.
Holiday
Refrigerated Thanksgiving leftovers are safe to eat for 4 days
The U.S. Department of Agriculture says the Monday after Thanksgiving is the last day people can safely eat refrigerated leftovers.
Food
No, hot food doesn’t need to cool down before going in the fridge
U.S. food and health agencies say it’s a myth that hot food shouldn’t go in the refrigerator.
Holiday
Verifying which Thanksgiving foods are safe for pets
Much of the holiday meal is dangerous for pets because of fats, oils, spices, seasonings and other ingredients that can be toxic to them.
Holiday
No, eating turkey does not make you sleepy
Eating a few slices of turkey isn’t enough to put you to sleep on Thanksgiving. Instead, experts say eating a lot of carbs can help induce that post-meal nap.
Money
No, the price of a whole turkey hasn’t nearly doubled since 2019
Yes, you’re probably paying more for a turkey this year than two years ago. But headlines claiming those prices have “nearly doubled” nationwide aren’t accurate.
Money
No, the price of milk nationwide hasn’t risen by 40% in the last year
Milk prices have only increased by about 8% over the last year, not 40%, like a viral tweet claims.
Food
Yes, climate change could impact the production of beer
Water and barley are highly subject to climate change. And that impact could alter the taste of beer and lead to higher prices.
Environment
Yes, chocolate production is a cause of deforestation
One of the climate issues being discussed at COP26 is deforestation, which has been driven in part by cocoa production.
Environment
Yes, cattle are the top source of methane emissions in the US
Methane is produced as a part of cattle’s digestive process, and cow burps are full of it. That’s what makes cattle a major contributor of U.S. methane emissions.
Food
Viral video claims frozen chicken in puffed-up bags is spoiled. That’s false
A viral TikTok video with more than 2 million likes claims frozen chicken in “poof bags” is spoiled. VERIFY researchers found that’s false.
Food
A viral TikTok video claims frozen chicken in “poof bags” is spoiled. VERIFY researchers found that’s false.
A USDA-approved method of packaging used by chicken processors can make the bag look puffy, which our sources say is an indicator the bag is properly sealed.
Holiday
Refrigerated Thanksgiving leftovers are safe to eat for 4 days
The U.S. Department of Agriculture says the Monday after Thanksgiving is the last day people can safely eat refrigerated leftovers.
Food
No, hot food doesn’t need to cool down before going in the fridge
U.S. food and health agencies say it’s a myth that hot food shouldn’t go in the refrigerator.
Holiday
Verifying which Thanksgiving foods are safe for pets
Much of the holiday meal is dangerous for pets because of fats, oils, spices, seasonings and other ingredients that can be toxic to them.
Holiday
No, eating turkey does not make you sleepy
Eating a few slices of turkey isn’t enough to put you to sleep on Thanksgiving. Instead, experts say eating a lot of carbs can help induce that post-meal nap.
Money
No, the price of a whole turkey hasn’t nearly doubled since 2019
Yes, you’re probably paying more for a turkey this year than two years ago. But headlines claiming those prices have “nearly doubled” nationwide aren’t accurate.
Money
No, the price of milk nationwide hasn’t risen by 40% in the last year
Milk prices have only increased by about 8% over the last year, not 40%, like a viral tweet claims.
Food
Yes, climate change could impact the production of beer
Water and barley are highly subject to climate change. And that impact could alter the taste of beer and lead to higher prices.
Environment
Yes, chocolate production is a cause of deforestation
One of the climate issues being discussed at COP26 is deforestation, which has been driven in part by cocoa production.
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