"What are the calories in two party-size bags of chips?"

A party-size bag of chips typically contains 13-24 ounces of chips, equivalent to 370-670 calories.

The average American consumes around 1.5 pounds of chips per year, which is roughly 6-8 party-size bags.

Chips are designed to be addictive, with manufacturers using a combination of salt, sugar, and fat to activate the brain's reward centers.

The serving size for potato chips is about 1 ounce, or 15-20 chips, which is roughly 160-170 calories.

The world's largest potato chip was over 23 inches long and 14 inches wide, made with a special fryer that could cook chips up to 30 inches long.

The first flavored potato chip was sour cream and onion, introduced by the Frito Company in 1958.

Potato chips are a major source of sodium in the American diet, with a single serving exceeding the recommended daily intake.

Chips can be addictive due to the dopamine release triggered by the combination of fat, salt, and sugar.

A study found that the smell of potato chips can activate the brain's reward centers, making us crave more.

The crunch of a potato chip is a result of the starches in the potato being gelatinized during the frying process.

The weight difference between family-size and party-size bags of chips can be as much as 53 ounces.

A single serving of potato chips can contain up to 20% of the recommended daily intake of saturated fat.

The shelf life of potato chips is largely dependent on the storage conditions, with chips lasting up to 6 months if stored properly.

The noise of a chip bag being opened can stimulate the brain's reward centers, making us more likely to consume the contents.

Chips can be used as a teaching tool for science concepts, such as osmosis and starch gelatinization.

The crunch of a potato chip is affected by the starch content of the potato, with higher-starch potatoes producing a crunchier chip.

The Maillard reaction, a chemical reaction between amino acids and reducing sugars, is responsible for the golden color and flavor of potato chips.

Potato chips are a significant source of acrylamide, a potential carcinogen formed during the frying process.

The aroma of potato chips can evoke feelings of nostalgia and comfort due to the association with social gatherings and celebrations.

The sound of a chip bag being opened can evoke a sense of excitement and anticipation, releasing dopamine and stimulating the brain's reward centers.