People think the stem is too tough, but it just needs to be cooked right. The trick is to start cooking the stem pieces first, then when they just start to be cooked, add the florets. Exact timing depends on the cooking method, but if done right all of it will be tender and tasty.

If I recall correctly, the follow up was the same person complaining about being painfully constipated for several days.

Yeah, I have to agree; if your plastic cup isn’t labeled “coffee”, then why are you even bothering to drink a coke?

It’s been a while, so I must have exaggerated it in my mind. Three days certainly sounds more plausible.