Believe it or Not: 10 Common Food Superstitions

Superstitions are a weird thing. On the one hand, they're plainly untrue, which is good because otherwise we'd spend half of our GDP on sidewalk repairs to prevent the paralysis of every mother in America. On the other hand, when was the last time you saw a shooting star without going ahead and making a wish just in case? They don't make any sense and we don't believe them, but deep down something in us can't help but abide by them. Since so many superstitions aim to imbue common objects with uncommon powers to help or harm us, it's no surprise that many are about food and common kitchen items. Here are 10 common and not-so-common food superstitions for you to pretend not to believe in. - By Elizabeth Stark & Brian Campbell

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