Facts

A Fact is a thing that is indisputably the case and is typically proven through evidence. If science, logic, and citation can prove something is true, then it gets labeled fact. If one or more parts of a statement are false, then it should be categorized a myth (all half-truths are myths). Some truth has grey areas, others like “Lincoln was a Republican” are a matter of record. You’ll find both types below, and when we use philosophical arguments that employ logic and reason, it will be noted.

Below is a list of factoids we have rated as “facts”. If you think you can prove any of the facts below to not be true, please let us know in theย comments. All input will be considered. See our list of myths here.ย Learn more about what is a fact?

Opioids are Addictive fact

Opioids and opioid-based drugs are great for treating pain, but they are also all physically and mentally addictive. Every opioid-based drug from a low does of Hydrocodone to Heroin is a narcotic that can lead to opioid addiction.

Baby Corn is a Type of Corn fact

Baby corn is immature corn that has been harvested early. Baby corn can be eaten whole, cob and all, unlike mature corn which develops a cob that is too tough for humans to eat.

Starfish Can Regrow Missing Limbs fact

Some species of starfish can regrow missing limbs, and a few species can actually regrow a whole new "disk" (the center party of their body) from a limb!

There are Elections Each Year in the United States fact

Most people know to vote for President every four years in the US. However, there is a lot more to vote on than that each year. In every state there are federal elections every two years. In some states there are also local off-year elections. Plus there are primaries before…

Cows are One of the Top Emitters of Green House Gasses fact

Cows are on of the top emitters of greenhouse gases.ย A single cow on average release between 70 and 120 kg of methane (a greenhouse gas) per year. Meanwhile, there are roughly 1 - 1.5 billion cows on earth as of 2018.