Breakups Bite, But North Dakota’s Comfort Food of Choice Is Delicious

Well, Valentine's Day is in the books, and it was great for many people. I just leard of another holiday that many people were not aware of. National Breakup Day is this Friday, February 21, Breakups are tough—whether you saw it coming or got hit with the classic “It’s not you, it’s me” speech, heartbreak has a way of making everything feel heavier. Except, perhaps, your appetite. Some people lose all interest in food, while others suddenly develop the eating habits of a raccoon digging through a late-night trash can.

But when love goes south, what’s the number one comfort food people reach for? Love Life Academy analyzed Google search trends to find out which foods heartbroken Americans turn to the most—and let’s just say, the results are as comforting as a warm hug from Grandma.

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North Dakota: Garlic Bread – The Ultimate Anti-Vampire, Anti-Ex Food

There’s just something about buttery, garlicky carbs that soothes a broken heart. North Dakotans don’t waste time with a dainty salad after a breakup—no, they go all in on garlic bread. Maybe it’s the perfect combination of crispy and soft, or maybe it’s the fact that it makes your breath so strong, no one will dare try to rebound with you too soon. Either way, it’s a solid choice.

Montana: Chicken Noodle Soup – A Hug in a Bowl

Over in Montana, heartbreak is met with a big ol’ bowl of chicken noodle soup. It’s like being wrapped in a cozy blanket, except this one is made of broth and noodles. Maybe it’s the nostalgia factor, or maybe Montanans just really believe in the healing power of soup—but either way, it’s a classic pick for mending a shattered heart.

South Dakota: Burgers – Because You Deserve a Big, Juicy Distraction

Meanwhile, South Dakotans prefer to drown their sorrows in a hefty burger. Let’s be honest—there’s no sadness a bacon cheeseburger can’t at least temporarily silence. Whether it’s a greasy fast-food fix or a homemade masterpiece, a burger is the kind of post-breakup comfort that says, “Yeah, I might be heartbroken, but at least I’m full.”

Minnesota: Waffles – Sweet, Syrupy, and Single Again

In Minnesota, waffles are the heartbreak food of choice. Maybe it’s because they pair well with ice cream, fruit, and an unnecessary amount of syrup. Or maybe it’s because they remind you that life still has its sweet moments—even when your love life just got flipped upside down, much like the last waffle in the iron.

No matter where you are or what comfort food you crave after a breakup, one thing is clear—food is a reliable shoulder to cry on. So, if you find yourself heartbroken, grab your state’s go-to comfort food, put on some sad music, and remember: There are plenty of fish in the sea… and plenty of snacks in the pantry.

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