Remember those snacks & drinks from our childhood? They made those days just a bit sweeter. Believe it or not, some of those goodies are no longer on the shelves, and for good reasons, too.
Let’s look at why some of those treats we loved as kids aren’t around anymore.
Warheads Sour Bubble Gum
Who didn’t love popping Warheads Sour Bubble Gum in their mouth & waiting for that intense sour kick? It turns out that thrill came with a cost.
The gum is banned in America because it’s super acidic, enough to wear away your tooth enamel and cause some serious dental damage. While it was fun, it wasn’t exactly the best for our teeth.
Kinder Surprise Eggs
Kinder Surprise Eggs are banned in the States but it’s not because of the chocolate. No, these eggs have a toy hidden inside, which is a choking hazard, especially for the little ones.
The FDA has strict rules against selling candy with non-edible objects inside, so these treats are not allowed on the shelves. It’s better for everyone.
Roadkill Gummy Candy
Okay, so technically, roadkill gummy candies weren’t banned, but they did get pulled off the market. Why? They looked like animals that had been, well, run over. Not exactly a tasteful treat.
Many animal rights activists & parents thought they were in poor taste, not to mention disrespectful to animals, which led to enough uproar that they were discontinued.
Cadbury Chocolate
Cadbury Chocolate itself isn’t banned in the US but the original British version, which many say tastes better, can’t be sold here.
It’s all because of a legal issue with Hershey’s. It has the rights to make a different version in the US. That means you can’t get the British version here; we’re missing out on some rich & creamy chocolate.
Flamin’ Hot Cheetos
Starting from 2027, you won’t find Flamin’ Hot Cheetos in any California public school. The state government has banned them because of their lack of nutritional content, which includes a lot of artificial dyes & flavors.
The idea is to make school snacks healthier. As such, these fiery favorites will have to stay outside the school gates.
Candy Cigarettes
Candy cigarettes have faced bans in several states, although, on a federal level, they’re allowed. You used to see these chalky, white candy sticks at every party and corner store.
However, they’ve been phased out following concerns about them encouraging children to smoke.
Certain Mexican Candy
Certain Mexican candies, like the popular “Dulces de Tamarindo,” are tamarind-flavored treats.
These have been banned because research found that these candies contain high levels of lead. Lead poisoning is serious business, especially for kids. It can cause brain development issues, among other health issues.
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