Imagine making your kids eat something that tastes terrible for an entire month—without realizing it.
That’s exactly what happened to one mom, Emily, who shared her funny mistake online. People couldn’t stop laughing at the unexpected mix-up.
Growing up, many of us were forced to eat foods we didn’t like because our parents thought they were good for us. But sometimes, when kids say something tastes bad, they actually mean it. Parents don’t always believe them.
Emily recently discovered that the snack she had been giving her kids was not what she thought. She ignored their complaints—only to find out later that they were completely right.
She shared her story on Facebook about a mistake involving a special Halloween-themed candy called Zombie Skittles.
Most kids love Skittles, so what could go wrong? Turns out, Zombie Skittles have a hidden nasty flavor.
These Skittles, made by Mars Wrigley, come in a gray package instead of the usual red. They contain regular fruit flavors, but some packs include one “zombie” Skittle, which tastes like rotten flesh.
The worst part? You don’t know which one is the bad one until you eat it.
People online confirmed that the zombie-flavored Skittle is as disgusting as it sounds.
One person wrote, “Great if you never want to eat Skittles again.” Another said, “These were definitely horrible! Just like they’re supposed to be.”
Emily, however, had no idea. She kept feeding these Skittles to her kids for a month.
Her kids complained about the taste, but she assumed they were just being picky.
“I told them to eat the candy or they wouldn’t get any more sweets,” she wrote. Little did she know, she was making them eat Skittles that tasted like garbage.
When Emily finally realized the mistake, she shared her story online. Her post quickly went viral, with 92,000 shares and 33,000 comments.
Other parents found it hilarious, and many could relate. One mom shared her own review, saying her kids refused to eat more after one pack.
Let this be a lesson—always check limited-edition candies before giving them to kids!