The reality is many granola bars are loaded with added sugars, unhealthy fats, and artificial additives to enhance flavor and prolong shelf life.
Flavored yogurts were thought to be a nutritious breakfast or snack, praised for high protein content and probiotics, which support gut health.
Diet sodas were first introduced in the 1950s, targeting consumers looking for low-calorie beverage options under the premise of offering the sweet taste of soda without the calories.
Margarine was long thought to be a healthier alternative to butter, praised for its lower saturated fat content and cholesterol-lowering properties.
Introduced in the 1960s, sports drinks were marketed as essential beverages for athletes and fitness enthusiasts, promoted for their ability to replenish electrolytes and provide energy during intense physical activity.
A low-calorie and weight-loss snack that has been praised for simplicity, low fat content, and being gluten-free. Rice cakes were initially popular for their minimal calorie content.
Fat-free snacks became widely popular in the 1990s, marketed towards individuals seeking to lose weight or lower their intake of dietary fat, under the belief that fat-free meant healthier.
Veggie straws are often seen as a healthy snack compared to other options in the potato chip aisle at the grocery store.