Reese Witherspoon Snowy Drink Made Us Think, “Is It Actually Safe To Eat Snow?”
Reese Witherspoon’s “unique” snowy treat left her fans battling each other over the question, “Is it safe to eat snow?” It all started with a concoction she made from snow…
Reese Witherspoon really got the internet talking after she made a snowy drink from the snow off her car. It got the internet talking about whether it is actually safe to eat snow.
(Photo by Jon Kopaloff/Getty Images)Reese Witherspoon's "unique" snowy treat left her fans battling each other over the question, "Is it safe to eat snow?" It all started with a concoction she made from snow she scraped off her vehicle. The "Legally Blonde" star took to TikTok to share her snowy adventure. The video caption was, “Snow days were made for Chococinnos ❄️☕️.”
With a step-by-step tutorial, Witherspoon showcased her DIY snowy dessert preparation. It began with the act of shoveling snow into two mugs.
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As the video unfolded, the actress revealed the process of scooping snow into cups, followed by the addition of salted caramel syrup, chocolate syrup, and a touch of cold brew. While Reese blissfully tasted the snowy concoction, social media erupted with fans expressing concern over the apparent dirtiness of the snow.
The Criticism That Followed
Critics on various platforms pointed out the potential contamination of the snow. Amidst the backlash, Witherspoon addressed the criticism in another TikTok video. With a laughter-infused response, she defended her choice, stating, “We’re kind of in the category of ‘you only live once’ and it snows maybe once a year here. I don’t know! Also, I want to say something… It was delicious! It was so good.”
In the face of controversy, Reese Witherspoon embraced the joy of a unique snowy delicacy, leaving fans divided over the unconventional winter treat.
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Is It Actually Safe To Eat Snow?
The world is divided on whether it's safe to eat snow. As a kid I remember eating snow off of my parents' cars. I'm still alive. It never killed me. So, I never thought about whether it was safe to eat or not. Spoiler alert: it's not very safe to eat snow, or rainwater for that matter.
According to an article in The Philadelphia Inquirer, it is not safe to consume snow because of all of the pollutants that are found in the air. According to Penn State University professor of chemistry, Miriam Freedman, the snow particles can contain dirt, bacteria, and salt. The Professor said, “Even in the most pristine conditions, the snow is going to have a tiny bit of salt and it’s going to be a little bit acidic from carbon dioxide.”
It All Depends On Where You Live
Snow located in very remote locations with few people and cars would be safer to eat. If you live in the city, or near one, please don't eat the snow.
She then goes on to say that depending on where you live, the snow can be more polluted or less polluted. If you live in populated city areas, it is definitely not safe to consumer snow. There's a lot of cars, dirt, bacteria that gets sent into the sky through photosynthesis. It gets sucked up into the clouds and then when it rains, you're consuming all of the grossness from the city that you live in.
To put the argument of Reese Witherspoon to rest, she lives in Nashville. Nashville is one of the fastest-growing and dense cities in America. Just because of that alone, she should not eat the snow. If she lived in Vermont or Maine, however, eating snow would be safer because there's no big cities around.
The Most Hilarous Space Savers As Boston Drivers Battle For Parking
It's looking like we have a big snowstorm on the way. It’s expected to bring significant snow to most parts of the state and will be that heavy, wet snow. Plus, there’s going to be a high wind watch as well.
Everything will get started today starting with rain in western MA and traveling across the state reaching Greater Boston between 6pm and 8pm. The rain will change to snow tonight and overnight in western and central MA, with it hitting Greater Boston between 8am and 10am tomorrow morning.
Let's talk snow totals...
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One of the toughest parts about winter in Boston is the parking, or lack thereof. It definitely brings out one of the more entertaining aspects of the season...space savers! Space savers are a Boston tradition where people put random objects in the spot that they shovel out so that no one will take it. If someone moves it, fights ensue! And if you park in someone else's space, you may return to damage to your car. It's not right, but it happens.
My favorite thing about space savers is seeing the ones that people use. Hilarious! Here are some actual photos of Boston space savers. Enjoy!
Let's start with the basics...a chair!
This was definitely the aftermath of the storm where someone's space saver was thrown out.
Summer Space Savers
(Boston, MA 01/11/18) A chair and a cooler are used as space savers in South Boston on Thursday, January 11, 2018. Staff photo by Nicolaus Czarnecki (Photo by /MediaNews Group/Boston Herald via Getty Images)
Nothing says winter storm like a beach chair and a cooler!
Another staple - a table
BOSTON, MA - JANUARY 9: A deck table serves as a "space saver" for a parking spot in East Sixth Street in South Boston on Jan. 9, 2018. Boston has enforced a 48-hour rule when it comes to space savers. The objects can only be used while a snow emergency is declared, and must be removed 48 hours after it has been lifted, but not all residents comply. (Photo by David L. Ryan/The Boston Globe via Getty Images)
You have to have a table to go with those chairs right?
Rack and Frame
This is definitely some kind of rack that was broken. And it's not cold enough, so let's bring out the fan. Also probably broken!
A Bucket
Because no one would just kick the bucket out of the way. Wouldn't be my choice. You need something that would be inconvenient to move.
Chair with a message
Well this sounds like a threat. "I wouldn't move these if I were you." And if the note isn't enough, the skeleton was added for dramatic effect.
A Christmas tree
BOSTON, MA - JANUARY 9: An orange cone and a Christmas tree serve as a "space saver" for a parking spot on O Street in South Boston on Jan. 9, 2018. Boston has enforced a 48-hour rule when it comes to space savers. The objects can only be used while a snow emergency is declared, and must be removed 48 hours after it has been lifted, but not all residents comply. (Photo by David L. Ryan/The Boston Globe via Getty Images)
Now there's the holiday spirit! Lol
Dashing through the snow!
BOSTON - MARCH 1: This reindeer appears ready to spring into action on E. Third Street near H Street. South Boston residents talk about their beloved space savers, on Sunday, March 1, 2015. Mayor Martin J. Walsh has declared that all must be gone Monday, or they will be removed. (Photo by Pat Greenhouse/The Boston Globe via Getty Images)
Not actually saving a space, but quite entertaining and in the holiday spirit!
Box of diapers and cat litter
BOSTON - DECEMBER 16: An empty box of diapers and a box of kitty liter are used as space savers to hold shoveled parking spots on Columbia Road in South Boston, Massachusetts on December 16, 2013 after the first snow storm of the season. (Photo by Jessica Rinaldi for The Boston Globe via Getty Images)
Triple threat
(Boston, MA 01/11/18) A dust pan, fan and bucket are all used as space savers on G Street in in South Boston on Thursday, January 11, 2018. Staff photo by Nicolaus Czarnecki (Photo by /MediaNews Group/Boston Herald via Getty Images)
A triple threat here! A dustpan, fan, and a bucket. This person is SERIOUS!
Laundry Basket
(Boston, MA, 02/12/14) No space savers were seen on Shawmut Ave. in the South End but there was some creative parking. Wednesday, February 12, 2014. Staff photo by John Wilcox. (Photo by John Wilcox/MediaNews Group/Boston Herald via Getty Images)
I don't know why I find this so funny. Maybe it's because they went the extra mile to turn it upside down! Lol
A stool
BOSTON, MA - JANUARY 9: A stool serves as a "space saver" for a parking spot on N Street in South Boston on Jan. 9, 2018. Boston has enforced a 48-hour rule when it comes to space savers. The objects can only be used while a snow emergency is declared, and must be removed 48 hours after it has been lifted, but not all residents comply. (Photo by David L. Ryan/The Boston Globe via Getty Images)
Functional, but basic. A stool.
A kid's 4-wheeler
BOSTON - FEBRUARY 27: Space savers including this one found on Columbia Road by Old Harbor Street in South Boston all must be moved next Monday in the city of Boston. (Photo by David L. Ryan/The Boston Globe via Getty Images)
There is a very unhappy child in someone's house!
Trash can
BOSTON - MARCH 1: After driving his car out of this spot on E. Sixth Street, Arnold Gatto rolls this can in its place. South Boston residents talk about their beloved space savers, on Sunday, March 1, 2015. Mayor Martin J. Walsh has declared that all must be gone Monday, or they will be removed. (Photo by Pat Greenhouse/The Boston Globe via Getty Images)
Vacuum cleaner
Looks like vacuum cleaners are a pretty popular (and expensive) space saver!
A bucket of snow
BOSTON - JANUARY 28: Space savers in the South End. (Photo by Sean Proctor for The Boston Globe via Getty Images)
Oh nice, a bucket of snow to save your space that you just shoveled out. Brilliant!
Turkeys???
Not sure they'll be able to get them to stay put.
A threatening sign
Now thems fighting words!
More threatening signs
And they put a smiley face at the end of the sign! Lol
A log
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A computer?
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Legos, a walker, and a shopping cart
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Talk about making a point!
An Ironing board
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