Have you ever heard of an invention and thought, “How on earth did someone think of that?” Sometimes, it’s not about intelligence or ingenuity but the cluelessness of an invention that makes it interesting. Believe it or not, some of the most bizarre and dumb inventions came to life simply because someone didn’t quite think things through. But despite their initial stupidity, some of these inventions have become hugely popular and even changed the world in their own weird way. So, buckle up and get ready to dive into the world of modern inventions that came to life simply because people were stupid.
#1: Does Anyone Have an Epipen?
I’m starting to think we’re collectively losing brain cells here. “May contain nuts” warnings on bags of peanuts? Really? I mean, I know that some people have severe allergies, but at what point do we start putting warning labels on every single food item? Should we start putting “may contain water” disclaimers on Dasani bottles?
Or maybe “may contain caffeine” labels on cans of Red Bull? Look, I’m all for safety and caution, but let’s not go overboard here. If you’re allergic to nuts, then maybe it’s best to avoid things like… oh, I don’t know, bags of peanuts. Perhaps they’ll give you an allergic reaction or something.