As it turns out, gummy candy isn’t crafted from whimsical fairytales and sugary dreams. We all know gummy delights—be it worms, bears, frogs, or those nostalgic coke bottles—are hard to resist. But have you ever wondered about their origins? And just out of curiosity, can adults really overindulge on children’s gummy vitamins? Just asking for a friend.
For the longest time, many of us envisioned a magical scene where a wizard tosses a Lisa Frank poster, a splash of unicorn tears, and a sprinkle of confectioners sugar into a bubbling cauldron, resulting in the creation of gummy bears. Well, brace yourself, because that fantasy just got shattered. Shockingly, that’s not how they’re produced at all.
Someone, likely a joy-thief, decided to expose the truth behind these sweet morsels, creating a documentary that reveals how these tiny bites of happiness are made. Spoiler alert: there’s no Lisa Frank poster in sight.
It’s almost as if someone decided to break the news that Santa Claus isn’t real or that those weight loss wraps are a hoax. We prefer to keep the magic alive, filmmaker-who-shall-not-be-named. While munching on gummies, the last thing we want is to think about the reality of bacon—unless, of course, it’s gummy bacon!
For those who may not be aware, gummy candy is made using gelatin, a protein derived from boiling animal skin, tendons, ligaments, and bones. It’s a common ingredient in many foods. If that fact leaves you feeling uneasy but you still crave your gummies, fear not! There are vegan alternatives available that utilize agar agar powder instead of gelatin.
However, for those of us who embrace realism, there’s a perspective that if an animal is being utilized, it’s only fair to make use of its entirety—ligaments and bones included. Sorry, but we were definitely rooting for the Lisa Frank fantasy too.
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In summary, while gummy candy may be a delightful treat, the process of making them is less than enchanting. The next time you indulge in these sweet bites, remember the reality behind their creation and perhaps, just for a moment, hold onto the magic of childhood fantasies.