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Food Detectives

2008

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EP1 Tastes Like Chicken Jan 20, 2009

Ted and his food detectives are back to tackle the important food questions of our age. The techs are put to the ultimate taste test to determine if alligator and guinea pig really do "taste like chicken," and then the gang discovers just how many calories are saved by "blotting" a piece of pizza.

EP2 Bad Breath Cures Jan 27, 2009

Ted and his food techs determine the best cure for bad breath and if it is possible to drink a gallon of milk in only an hour.

EP3 Miracle Berry Feb 03, 2009

Ted and his techs take a look at a unique miracle berry that holds a mysterious secret. Also, they determine if alcohol kills brain cells and the effects of combining mentos and diet cola.

EP3 Miracle Berry Feb 03, 2009

Ted and his techs take a look at a unique miracle berry that holds a mysterious secret. Also, they determine if alcohol kills brain cells and the effects of combining mentos and diet cola.

EP4 The Effects of MSG Feb 10, 2009

The Food Detectives team investigates MSG and its effects. Also under investigation, which beverage has the most caffeine and the best way to keep ice cream on the cone.

EP4 The Effects of MSG Feb 10, 2009

The Food Detectives team investigates MSG and its effects. Also under investigation, which beverage has the most caffeine and the best way to keep ice cream on the cone.

EP5 Liquid Smoke Feb 17, 2009

Ted and his food techs test identical twins to see if drinking water really does improve the condition of your skin. Also, what exactly is in so-called "natural" food coloring?

EP5 Liquid Smoke Feb 17, 2009

Ted and his food techs test identical twins to see if drinking water really does improve the condition of your skin. Also, what exactly is in so-called "natural" food coloring?

EP6 Moldy Cheese Feb 24, 2009

Ted wonders why moldy cheese is ok to eat and the food techs find out what the best nightcap is after a trip to the sleep lab.

EP6 Moldy Cheese Feb 24, 2009

Ted wonders why moldy cheese is ok to eat and the food techs find out what the best nightcap is after a trip to the sleep lab.

EP7 Small Plate Club Mar 10, 2009

Host Ted Allen investigates whether or not the size of your plate contributes to weight gain, if eating food cooked with alcohol can actually get you drunk, and if drinking too much water is dangerous enough to kill you.

EP7 Small Plate Club Mar 10, 2009

Host Ted Allen investigates whether or not the size of your plate contributes to weight gain, if eating food cooked with alcohol can actually get you drunk, and if drinking too much water is dangerous enough to kill you.

EP8 Smells Delicious Mar 17, 2009

Host Ted Allen investigates how fattening fried food are, whether wood cutting boards harbor more bacteria than plastic cutting boards, and how much your sense of taste relies on smell.

EP8 Smells Delicious Mar 17, 2009

Host Ted Allen investigates how fattening fried food are, whether wood cutting boards harbor more bacteria than plastic cutting boards, and how much your sense of taste relies on smell.

EP9 Liquid Nitrogen Cocktails Mar 24, 2009

Host Ted Allen investigates how liquid nitrogen is used to make unique cocktails, if elegant décor and elaborate menu descriptions influence the taste of food, and whether or not drinking ice water helps burn calories.

EP9 Liquid Nitrogen Cocktails Mar 24, 2009

Host Ted Allen investigates how liquid nitrogen is used to make unique cocktails, if elegant décor and elaborate menu descriptions influence the taste of food, and whether or not drinking ice water helps burn calories.

EP10 Chewing the Fat Apr 07, 2009

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EP10 Chewing the Fat Apr 07, 2009

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EP11 New York City Pizza Apr 14, 2009

Host Ted Allen investigates why New York is widely believed to have the best pizza in the country. Also, Ted explores whether or not tapping a can’s top after it has been shaken will actually reduce the pressure of the soda inside and what kind of metals are found in our food.

EP11 New York City Pizza Apr 14, 2009

Host Ted Allen investigates why New York is widely believed to have the best pizza in the country. Also, Ted explores whether or not tapping a can’s top after it has been shaken will actually reduce the pressure of the soda inside and what kind of metals are found in our food.

EP12 Nightcaps? Apr 21, 2009

Host Ted Allen investigates whether or not nightcaps actually work and what beverages give the best result. Also, Ted examines whether or not we are cooking away the vitamins in our food and if an egg containing a blood spot is still safe to eat?

EP12 Nightcaps? Apr 21, 2009

Host Ted Allen investigates whether or not nightcaps actually work and what beverages give the best result. Also, Ted examines whether or not we are cooking away the vitamins in our food and if an egg containing a blood spot is still safe to eat?

EP13 All you can eat Apr 28, 2009

Host Ted Allen investigates the number of calories in various foods and what it takes in the gym to burn them off. Also, Ted explores whether or not you can enjoy buffets without going overboard and if there are some foods that are naturally blue.

EP13 All you can eat Apr 28, 2009

Host Ted Allen investigates the number of calories in various foods and what it takes in the gym to burn them off. Also, Ted explores whether or not you can enjoy buffets without going overboard and if there are some foods that are naturally blue.
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Synopsis

Food Detectives was a food science show hosted by Ted Allen that aired in North America on Food Network. Ted Allen, backed by research conducted by Popular Science magazine, investigates food-related beliefs, such as the validity of the five-second rule or the effectiveness of ginger to relieve motion sickness. In addition to support from scientists such as molecular biologist Dr. Adam Ruben and Popular Science staff members, Allen is assisted on-screen by a group of so-called "Food Techs," often-silent assistants who are the participants in simple experiments exploring food-related myths, beliefs, practices, and folkways.

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ShangLuda Admirable film.
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Gary The movie's not perfect, but it sticks the landing of its message. It was engaging - thrilling at times - and I personally thought it was a great time.