Do You Bite Or Suck On These Foods?

A recent online survey with over a million participants revealed some interesting preferences when it comes to how we consume certain foods. Let's dive into the results and see which method reigns supreme for each contender:

1.  Ice Cubes 

Sucking takes the lead with 51%, but biting comes in at a close second with 49%. Whether you prefer the refreshing coolness of slowly melting ice or the satisfying crunch, it seems there's no wrong answer here.

2.  Orange Slices

Here, biting reigns supreme. A whopping 73% of people enjoy the juicy burst of flavor that comes with taking a bite. The remaining 27% opt for a slower approach, savoring the citrusy sweetness by sucking on the segments.

3.  Breath Mints

No surprise here! Mints are all about the long-lasting freshness. A clear winner, 75% of participants reported sucking on breath mints to extend their minty breath. The remaining 25% might be those who prefer a quick burst of flavor and opt to bite.

4.  Cheese Balls

This one's a bit divisive. While 84% enjoy the delightful crunch of a cheese ball, there's a brave (or perhaps cheese-obsessed?) 16% who favor the softer texture achieved by sucking on them. (Did you know cheese puffs were invented by accident?  They were originally a byproduct of animal feed.)

5.  Hard Candy

This category is a battle between taste and tooth safety. A daring 14% choose to bite into hard candies, potentially risking a chipped tooth for a quick flavor explosion. The wiser (or perhaps more tooth-conscious) 86% opt to suck on them, enjoying the gradual release of flavor.

6.  Popsicles

The quintessential summer treat! It's no wonder 76% of people prefer to slowly savor a popsicle by sucking on it. The remaining 24% might be impatient popsicle enthusiasts who go straight for a bite, enjoying a burst of icy sweetness.

7.  Chocolate

Biting takes the chocolate crown! A clear favorite for 77%, biting allows for the full chocolate experience – the satisfying snap, the rich texture melting on the tongue. The remaining 23% showcase their patience, opting to savor the flavor by letting the chocolate slowly melt in their mouths.

8.  Gummy Bears

There's almost unanimous agreement here. A massive 90% of participants enjoy the delightful chewiness of gummy bears by biting into them. Only a small minority (10%) choose to suck on these chewy treats, perhaps extending the enjoyment of the sweet flavor.