Are Lunchables Bad For You?
Short answer
Lunchables are indeed bad for you. The only resource you need to answer this question are the creators children; who do not consume Lunchables.
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Category 'F' is for things that fail to bring anything beneficial to the table, and are very harmful to your health. We recommend completely avoiding anything in this category. Long-term side effects of 'F' items are usually very serious.
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Category 'A'
Very healthy and numerous health benefits. Side effects are rare. Things rated an 'A+' are typically necessary for survival (for example, water).
Very healthy and numerous health benefits. A few harmful qualities may be associated, but only under certain circumstances such as an allergic reaction.
Very healthy and numerous health benefits. Harmful qualities may be associated, but aren't usually serious.
It is important to note that even the best things in life can become bad in immoderate amounts. So, although something may be rated an 'A+', overconsumption/overdoing can bring unwanted effects.
Category 'B'
Very beneficial to your health. Things rated a 'B+' may have a few harmful qualities to pay attention to.
Overall beneficial to your health. Things rated a 'B' may have some harmful qualities to pay attention to.
More beneficial to your health than not. However, harmful qualities are most likely associated and shouldn't be overlooked.
The main difference between category 'A' and category 'B' is the harmful qualities typically present in 'B' items. Serious side effects are usually uncommon, but are still possible and should be taken note of.
Category 'C'
Both beneficial and harmful qualities associated. Things rated a 'C+' are typically a bit more on the beneficial side. Still, moderation is important.
A fairly even ratio of beneficial and harmful qualities. Moderation is important. Very general topics that can lean towards both sides of the spectrum will be placed here as well. Rice, for example, can be good or bad depending on the type.
More harmful than beneficial. Side effects are common, especially when consumed/done excessively. Moderation is very important.
Category 'C' usually denotes to both good and bad qualities. When it comes to this category, it is important to keep this word in mind: moderation.
Category 'D'
Harmful to your health. Although benefits may be associated, the bad most likely outweighs the good. Moderation is very important.
Harmful to your health. A few benefits may be associated, but the bad outweighs the good. Moderation is extremely important.
Harmful to your health. Very few, if any, benefits are present. Things in this category should be avoided as much as possible.
Category 'D' is typically for things that are more harmful than beneficial. While consuming/doing something unhealthy once in a blue moon shouldn't hurt, we definitely recommend eliminating 'D' items as a regular part of your routine/diet.
Category 'F'
Category 'F' is for things that fail to bring anything beneficial to the table, and are very harmful to your health. We recommend completely avoiding anything in this category. Long-term side effects of 'F' items are usually very serious.
Category 'N'
'N' stands for neutral. Things placed into this category are generally (a) neither good nor bad for you, or (b) lack the necessary evidence to reach any conclusions.
Long answer
For years, big companies have been making lots of money by creating and selling to the masses what could very well be considered to be nothing more but scientific experiments. Although Lunchables are insanely popular, they are a great example of what makes up the modern day lab lunch. Lunchables have come about as a result and a consequence of a society that has completely lost touch and forgotten how to properly nourish the body.
For years now, health enthusiasts have been trying to warn the world against having processed meals. Lunchables make up some of the most highly processed meals available in the market. Not only are these meals highly processed but they are also nutrient poor while coming in numerous combinations that create an amalgamation of bad eating practices across the board. With 26 different varieties, these Lunchables have meal combos that comprise of crackers, small hot dogs, pizzas, nachos, small burgers, subs, and so on.
These highly processed and packaged meals often contain drinks and desserts that are nothing more than GMO corn syrups high in fructose and laden with Capri Sun. It is no wonder that the creator, Bob Drane, would not feed this to his own children. Not only do these Lunchables have almost no nutritive value, but they also contain substances that could be considered unhealthy and unfit for human consumption.
A few benefits of this quick snack are they are cheap, ready-to-eat, and they last months (maybe even years). Unfortunately, this can't overpower the ongoing list of harmful ingredients within. A few of these include HFCS, artificial colors / flavors, modified cornstarch, nitrates, cellulose powder, and mechanically separated meat - each of them coming with their own terrible side effects.
Possible short-term side effects
- headaches
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nausea
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irritability
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tiredness
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heartburn
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diarrhea
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muscle spasms
Possible long-term side effects
- increased blood pressure
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increased cholesterol
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neurological issues
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cardiac arrest
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cell damage
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bodily inflammation
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reproductive system complications
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cancer
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stroke
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diabetes
Ingredients to be aware of
Benefits
- convenient
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ready-to-eat
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cost effective
Our Wellness Pick
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GOOD TO-GO Bibimbap
- Convenient camping meal
- Easy just-add-water prep
- Double serving portion
- Better than freeze-dried
- Dehydrated for tastiness
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Written by Maddiebair
Published on: 12-28-2015
Last updated: 12-15-2023
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