I grew up eating Little Debbie snacks, and honestly, I kept eating them well into my 20s and even early 30s. They were cheap, convenient, and tasted good; that’s why we all loved them.

But let’s be real: these things are garbage for your health. Loaded with sugar, hydrogenated oils, and artificial junk, they’re a major contributor to the obesity and diabetes epidemic we’re seeing today, especially in kids.

If you’re buying these for your children (or letting them eat them regularly), please think twice. You’re not just giving them a treat; you’re setting them up for a lifetime of health struggles. Parents, you are the first and most important line of defense.

We can do better for our kids. They deserve real food, not ultra-processed snacks disguised as “fun.”