A Seasonal Trap

What is it about candy corn, and it's evil cousin the pumpkin, that are just so appealing. It's essentially sugar in a triangle (or pumpkin) form, but during this time of year it's hard to say no. Even when you know you should.

Of course, some places even get fancy. At Cracker Barrel, there was an assortment that featured cinnamon, chocolate, and carmel versions of candy corn. That just made the whole experience that much more attractive. At least until about 20 minutes after you indulge... That's when the real fun begins.

Candy Corn was first created in the 1880s, and primarily consists of sugar, corn syrup (also sugar), wax, and artificial colors and flavors. In short, it's everything a growing adult needs...

But the real secret of Candy Corn is the way it sucks you in. You know it's just sugar and empty calories, but hey, the bad says it's a fat free treat! You eat a couple, then a handful, then a couple handfuls... then it sets in. Before you know it, you feel awful and start thinking about how you need to eat more salad in your life.

That being said, I don't see myself giving up on those little sugar triangles any time soon.