Watergate Salad
If you thought the Watergate scandal was bad, you probably haven’t heard of the Watergate salad. Cheekily known as Shut the Gate Salad, you really should just shut the gate on somebody if they try bringing this into your home because that is just plain disrespect.
What’s in it? Instant pistachio pudding, canned pineapple, and marshmallows. Oh, and topped with walnuts, if you please! We’re confused and a little repulsed, to be honest. It’s as if baby boomers were on a mission to butcher the concept of a salad. That’s rich, coming from a generation that otherwise insists we eat our vegetables!
Buttermints
Raise your hand if you remember those mysterious candies your grandma used to have lying around. Yes, Buttermints! The strange mints with flavors that dangerously combine of mint and some kind of strange dessert. It’s probably not wise to blend these two distinct flavors in a candy, right? Plus, mints are meant to be a simple, refreshing treat to enjoy after a meal.
Leave it to the baby boomers to introduce an unexpected twist by fusing mint with dessert. And while they might sound like they have plenty of buttery, sugary goodness, buttermints taste terrible. Give us our regular mints any day!
Margarine
In the quest for a healthier alternative to butter, enter margarine. This hydrogenated oil product promised all the creaminess of butter without guilt. Baby Boomers were quick to make the swap. But in trying to emulate the delicious qualities of butter, margarine often incorporates a significant amount of trans fats, which can be incredibly harmful. It’s time to let go of margarine for good!
Why not explore a wide range of healthier alternatives? And when in doubt, ask us Millennials. We have avocado spreads and olive oil. There’s plenty of delicious hummus and nut butter to go around. Toast has never tasted so good!
Turkey Stuffing
The only acceptable form of stuffing is a toy bear that you're giving to a three-year-old. Definitely, not something you should be putting into your mouth. Stuffed turkey is a crime for several reasons, one of which is the fact that it dries out the turkey. Another reason is that it touches the salmonella and then you're pretty much eating raw turkey juice.
If you simply can't imagine a Thanksgiving meal without the beloved stuffing, consider a compromise. Make the stuffing as a delectable side dish rather than stuffing it inside the turkey. Instead of getting hung up on tradition, let’s prioritize taste and safety this Thanksgiving and always.
Aspartame
Artificial sweeteners like Aspartame promise the taste of sugar without any of the nasty side effects. It sounds like a dream come true, right? Here’s the shocking truth: sugar is actually better for you. Artificial sweeteners wreak more havoc on your health than sugar.
They can mess with your metabolism, impact gut health, and even lead to weight gain. On the other hand, good ol' sugar, when consumed in moderation, is a better option. Remember that moderation is key. Opting for no added sugar is truly the superhero of sweet choices. But Boomers, if you really must, don’t deny yourselves the real deal.