National Junk Food Day - July 21st, 2025

National Junk Food Day - A Deliciously Guilty Pleasure!

July 21st, 2025, is the day to indulge in all your guilty food pleasures!

Okay, who doesn't love a good excuse to ditch the diet and grab a bag of crispy, salty, crunchy chips or a slice (or three) of gooey, cheesy pizza? National Junk Food Day, observed on July 21st, is the perfect opportunity to do just that! With its roots dating back to the 1970s, this unofficial holiday has become a staple (pun intended) in many an American's culinary calendar.

A Brief History

While the origins of National Junk Food Day are unclear, it's believed to have started as a marketing ploy by food companies to promote their, ahem, less-than-healthy offerings. And boy, did it work! As the years went by, the holiday gained popularity, and people began embracing it as a fun way to indulge in their favorite comfort foods. Today, National Junk Food Day is celebrated by junk food enthusiasts across the United States and beyond!

Traditions and Celebrations

So, how do people celebrate this glorious day? Well, it's quite simple, really! Here are a few ways to get in on the junk food fun:

• Host a junk food potluck: Invite friends over and ask each person to bring their favorite guilty pleasure snack to share.
• Try new junk foods: Take this opportunity to try that weird, wacky, or just plain weirdly wonderful snack you've been eyeing.
• Junk food challenge: Gather some friends and see who can down the most amount of junk food in a set time frame (just remember to pace yourselves, folks!)
• Get creative: Use your favorite junk foods to make new and exciting dishes, like a pizza-topped hot dog or a Dorito-crusted chicken breast (trust us, it's a thing!)

Popular Junk Food Choices

So, what are the most popular junk foods on National Junk Food Day? Drumroll, please...

• Pizza: The ultimate comfort food, with over 45% of Americans naming it their go-to junk food.
• Chips: Crunchy, salty, and addictive, it's no wonder chips are a close second, with 27% of the vote.
• Cookies: Fresh from the oven or store-bought, cookies are a staple in many a junk food lover's pantry (22% of the vote).
• Ice cream: Because who doesn't love a good scoop (or three) of their favorite flavor? (20% of the vote)

Tips and Tricks

Before you dive headfirst into the world of junk food, remember these important tips:

• Everything in moderation: It's okay to indulge, but don't overdo it - your body (and diet) will thank you!
• Hydrate: Drink plenty of water throughout the day to balance out all that salt and sugar.
• Get active: Use National Junk Food Day as an excuse to get moving and burn off those extra calories.

Final Thoughts

So, there you have it - National Junk Food Day in all its glory! Whether you're a fan of sweet treats or savory snacks, this holiday is the perfect excuse to let loose and indulge in your wildest junk food fantasies. Just remember to enjoy responsibly and, hey, don't forget to share some with your friends!

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