The World in Junk Food

Travelversed Editors | July 26, 2017

Although the United States gets a bad rap for our love of unhealthy food, the truth is every country has its own unique spin on what we call junk food. Ranging from the truly delicious to the truly disgusting, these 13 junk foods from around the world will make your stomach groan and growl. There are even some easy ones you can try at home!

Scotland – Mars Bar Supper

A Mars Bar is the equivalent of the American Milky Way. Now imagine deep-frying that in batter. Who could resist the melted chocolate, crunchy shell, and the caramel squirting into your mouth as you take that first, unforgettable bite?

Pair this with fries and you have yourself what Scotland calls a Mars Bar Supper! If you haven’t had a stroke just thinking about it, you might actually have one if you try it. Researchers warn this fast food item slows blood flow to the brain minutes after finishing off the last delectable bite.

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