Tragically Gross Foods Baby Boomers Wont Let Die

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The baby boomers, a generation that emerged in the aftermath of World War II, have undeniably left their impact. From economic prosperity to cultural shifts, their influence is palpable. But when it comes to their impact on food, let’s just say that legacy is a bit perplexing, if not horrifying.

Baby boomers embraced the convenience of processed foods like no generation before them. How they loved their chain restaurants and accelerated the fast-food revolution! The baby boomer period saw exceptional economic progress. Sadly, that abundance never translated into people’s kitchens, an era infamous for the nastiest food trends the world has ever seen! Read through the list below, and prepare to be shocked or fascinated in equal measure.