Whether you consistently reach for the wrong fork at formal dinners or find yourself mispronouncing the name of a particular food over and over again, we’re all guilty of engaging in a few cringe-worthy habits at the dinner table from time to time.
However, for some people, it’s not just having those poor table manners pointed out that can cause them to break out in a full-body blush—it’s what they’re eating that can be the source of some serious embarrassment, especially if they’re indulging their particular food vices around others
In a new survey combining data from Instacart sales trends and responses to The Harris Poll questions from over 2,000 Americans, Instacart has come up with a definitive list of the most embarrassing food habits in America—and yes, unsurprisingly, mayonnaise plays a major role.
If you want to avoid a faux pas at your next meal, read on to discover which food habits Americans say they’re too embarrassed to engage in around others. And for some foods you’d be wise to add to your meal plan, check out The 7 Healthiest Foods to Eat Right Now.
In a new survey combining data from Instacart sales trends and responses to The Harris Poll questions from over 2,000 Americans, Instacart has come up with a definitive list of the most embarrassing food habits in America—and yes, unsurprisingly, mayonnaise plays a major role.
If you want to avoid a faux pas at your next meal, read on to discover which food habits Americans say they’re too embarrassed to engage in around others.
Putting ranch dressing on pizza
Respondents who said they’d feel self-conscious doing it in front of others: 23%
Putting ketchup on eggs
Respondents who said they’d feel self-conscious doing it in front of others: 24%
Making fruit salad with mayonnaise
Respondents who said they’d feel self-conscious doing it in front of others: 30%
If you want to make your next fruit salad a whole lot healthier, make sure to include The #1 Best Fruit To Eat, According to a Dietitian.
Dipping fries in mayonnaise
Respondents who said they’d feel self-conscious doing it in front of others: 34%
Putting ketchup on macaroni and cheese
Respondents who said they’d feel self-conscious doing it in front of others: 48%
