Since Boomers were in their prime, a sharp increase in high-fat, processed foods has transformed American diets, leading to staggering obesity rates and health issues.
The average American's caloric intake has climbed from just over 2,000 calories a day in the 1970s to possibly 3,600 by 2024, with over 40% of adults classified as obese.
Many of our favorite junk foods have become integral to American culture despite their lack of nutritional value, contributing to various health problems including cardiovascular disease.
From baseball games to family gatherings, food plays a central role in American culture, reflecting deeper societal trends in eating habits that have evolved since the Baby Boomer generation.
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