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Twinkie
® defense Forensic psychiatry A legal tack in which a defendant claims that a criminal act resulted from chemical imbalances induced by 'junk food,' and not criminal intent. Note: when the defense was first used, the jury, not surprisingly in California, “bought it” and reduced the conviction. See Black rage defense, Insanity defense, Television intoxication syndrome.


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Imagine if your spouse lectured you on the evils of junk food but then offered to subsidize your Twinkie habit.
He hooks up with Tallahassee (Woody Harrelson) a zombie hunter who will slay anything that comes between him and the planet's last Twinkie confection bar.
Snacking between meals is a great way to keep you metabolism up, and your body burning calories The snacks that you choose are very important; Twinkies and chips are not the ideal option Snacking between meals is a great way to keep you metabolism up, and your body burning calories.
 
 
 
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