For example, the number of unintentional overdose deaths from prescription pain relievers has soared in the United States, more than quadrupling since 1999. There is also growing evidence to suggest a relationship between increased non-medical use of opioid analgesics and heroin abuse in the United States.
Fries in Brussels. Fries in Brussels are called frites, not French fries or chips. These delectable fried potatoes are truly popular in Belgium and can be found on the plates of many dishes or with a good steak. The best places to eat them though are at snack food trolleys. The most famous frites in Brussels is sold at a shop called Maison Antoine at Place Jourdain near the European Parliament.
Belgium has one of the highest densities of Michelin-starred restaurants in Europe, but many Belgians' favourite foods are home-cooked comfort dishes and street-vendor snack foods. Just as the country is divided linguistically, it's also divided food-wise.lemish cuisine has a strong Dutch influence, while Wallonian cooking is very similar to French with lots of rich sauces. Most dishes are based around meat or fish, and desserts are often rich pastries or chocolate â and it's usually all washed down with wine or, the national drink, beer.