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Gertrude Baines: Unvegan Hero

April 10th, 2009 Tweet Facebook Digg Stumble Reddit Comment

Gertrude Baines, the oldest woman in the world, just turned 115 on Monday.  I know you’re wondering what the key is to her longevity.

Well, it’s bacon!

Crispy Bacon.

She was born in 1894, long before the vegetarian fad began, which must certainly have contributed to her living for so long.

It probably also doesn’t hurt that she never drank or smoked, but let’s give credit where credit is due.  It’s all about the crispy bacon.

For living so incredibly long and loving crispy bacon, Gertrude Baines, you are a true Unvegan Hero!

(via LA Times Blogs)


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