where has all the good food gone?

Once upon a time, a few months ago, Michelle Obama unveiled the new "food pyramid" as MyPlate; a simplified version of the old, boring way to make sure you're receiving the right nutrients, etc.

If you've been living under a rock, the "plate" (seen below beside the old food pyramid) was designed to be a "quick, simple reminder for all of us to be more mindful of the foods that we’re eating,” Mrs. Obama explained.

The First Lady has been campaigning against obesity since the President came into office just under four years ago, developing programs such as "Let's Move!" as well as her devotion to the reconstruction of the nutrition guide.

My issue is not with Mrs. Obama's valiant efforts to fight the fat. Nor is it the accuracy and appeal of the new and improved "pyramid", MyPlate. And although the serious issue is obesity, that's actually not the real issue here either.

It's that itty bitty tip of the triangle that is unloved, unappreciated and has quite an awful reputation.

Allow me to preface by saying: Hi. I'm a sugar addict. I don't think I've ever been fully "sugar sober", hence this post and the reason for bringing up the following question:

WHERE HAVE ALL THE GOOD FOODS GONE?

The sugary goodness, used sparingly, that onced topped the pyramid is no longer a part of the "plate". And with obesity wreaking havoc across the country, some delicious treats have simply disappeared over time as well.

Take, for instance, Dunkaroos. The product became a HUGE hit in 1995 and now, they are almost impossible to find.

What about French Toast Crunch, Squeezits or Apple Newtons? Yes, all gone.

Obesity, known as America's Epidemic, really has been doing a number on us. School lunches are monitored, certain companies have banned vending machines, all trying to make a statement about the utter importance of our health.

But, coming from a repeat sugar-holic, is that any reason to punish the delicious treats of our past?

So, what exactly are kids nowadays missing out on? Check out the 20 Best Things in Your Lunch from the '90's. Memories have never tasted so good.