1 fluid in the abdominal cavity (ascites) as a result of cancer, liver disease, kidney failure, or congestive heart failure. 2  celiac disease (wheat gluten intolerance) 3  ovarian cancer.  pancreatic insufficiency (impaired digestion because the pancreas cannot produce enough digestive enzymes)
The History of Sponge Candy. Sponge candy is popular in some parts of the world and in a few American states, but is an unheard-of treat in other regions. The American version of this crisp, caramelized sugar is often coated with chocolate and it originates from the Buffalo area.
Today's cough drops and peppermint sticks descend from this tradition. As time and technology progressed, so did the art of confectionery. The English word candy derives from Arabic qandi, meaning something made with sugar. Indeed, the first candies were sugar coated nuts, seeds and fruits. Jujubes, licorice and marshmallows are a prime examples of ancient medicine becoming modern candy.