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buzzycrumbhunger

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26. My theory?

Reply to Martin Eden (Reply #19)

Sat Apr 18, 2026, 01:53 AM

Apr 18

It’s all about the beta-carotene. And density. The fact that I’m crunching my way through a snack pack of baby carrots at this moment may have influenced my opinion.

I should maybe dig out my Laphroaig so I have a better excuse for falling into such a random discussion.

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