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Story summary
- By the mid-20th century, aggressive marketing by junk food companies created a culture of pickiness among American children.
- In the 19th century, American children enjoyed a diverse diet, including shellfish and organ meats, regardless of socioeconomic status.
- Sugary cereals and portable snacks became prevalent, diminishing interest in traditional meals.
- This shift results in widespread childhood pickiness, a modern phenomenon alongside earlier hearty appetites.
