Flamin' Hot Cheetos have been banned at several schools because of its lack of nutrients (Calgary Reviews / Creative Commons)

The Flamin’ Hot Cheetos snacks, introduced by Frito Lay in the early ‘90s, have recently been banned from several schools located in the 3 states. Schools stated that the popular snack was banned because of its lack of nutritional value for children. One snack-size bag of the fiery treats contains one-fourth of the amount of sodium recommended for a whole day and 26 grams of fat. 

Even if parents pack the red-hot treats in their children’s lunch bags, the snack could still be confiscated at some schools in Pasadena, Calif., according to KTLA. 

Research implies that “hyperpalatable foods” like these Cheetos — processed sweet, fatty or salty foods — can trigger brain responses like those found in individuals addicted to alcohol or drugs, according to the Chicago Tribune News. 

While Flamin’ Hot Cheetos might be under fire at some schools, it continues to reign as the hot treat among children, who sometimes substitute important meals like breakfast for the spicy snack. School administrators are increasingly concerned about the addictiveness of these treats, as well as the overall health of their students.

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