When CBS Warned America About Mexican Food In 1996, CBS News aired a now-infamous segment called “The Dangers of Mexican Food,” comparing tacos, burritos, and chimichangas to stacks of glazed donuts to illustrate fat content. A chile relleno equaled 11 donuts, a chimichanga 10, even taco salad got dragged into the donut math. The backlash was loud—but nearly 30 years later, America’s love for Mexican food clearly survived the scare. | Did You Catch This?

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