If the Tide Pods controversy taught us one thing, (besides “We are doomed as a species”), it’s that an inedible object can still look tasty, and some of us will actually eat it. Depending on an object’s colors, shape, and texture, anything from a rock to a deadly insect can trick our brain into thinking, “Food!”
Tide Pods were really just the beginning. There are many things out there that look delectable, even if you know they’re not. It should go without saying, but please don’t eat any of these. You wouldn’t think we’d have to issue a disclaimer, but alas, here we are. (via Bored Panda).
1. Not popcorn (coraline algae)
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2. Not jellybeans (rocks)
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3. Not ground beef (mop heads)
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4. Not a raspberry (Rambutanura hunanensis)
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5. Not mayo (shampoo)
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6. Not ice cream (epoxy resin)
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7. Not pancakes (pine cone)
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8. Not bacon (juniper tree)
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9. Not tiramisu (Old Harry Rocks)
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10. Not cheesecake (red agate and white opal)
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11. Not pasta (rubber bands)
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12. Not orange juice (dirty paintbrush water)
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13. Not bananas (baby green tree python)
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14. Not flour (cat)
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15. Not chocolate (clay)
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16. Not a rotisserie chicken (dog)
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h/t: Bored Panda