Illinois is about smack-bang average when it comes to how much money you need to be bringing in to live there, which has to be considered something of a surprise when you consider that the state contains the powerhouse of Chicago. Food prices are surprisingly low at less than seven thousand dollars per year; apparently, deep dish pizzas don't cost as much in the state that's famous for them as they do everywhere else!
There is plenty that Illinois can be proud of when it comes to its history and landmarks. It was the first state in the USA to abolish slavery - perhaps thanks to the fact that it was Abraham Lincoln who passed the law, and Lincoln was a son of Illinois. You'll also find the 'home' of Superman here; the state has a town called Metropolis, although it may not look much like the super-city you've seen in the movies.
Over the years, weve seen so many food trends come and go, such as ramen burgers, matcha, and spiked ice-cream. Nowadays, were seeing another trend making waves in the food industry. How many times today have you seen an Instagram photo of a scoop of black ice cream, or a cup of black yogurt, or hamburgers with black buns? Indeed, the charcoal trend has taken the world by storm.
So, what gives your latte that deep black shade? Activated charcoal, or coconut ash, is produced by heating coconut shells to insanely high temperatures until theyre burnt to a crisp. The ashes are then increased in size by steaming at high temperatures. Through this process, the ashes become a strong detoxifier, mostly because they become extra absorbent. This product may be purchased in pill form, and promises to alleviate hangovers, minimize the effects of food poisoning, and fight the visible signs of aging.
Activated charcoal is said to boost ones energy as a result of decreasing toxins in the body. However, no evidence proves that detoxifying can lead to increased energy. Also, while it can help cure a hangover, it doesnt necessarily remove alcohol from your blood. It is also said to aid in debloating your stomach because it cleanses your colon but again, this all anecdotal and isnt supported by scientific evidence as of yet. All we can say for sure is that it is a proven detoxifier.