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The Rise and Fall of Slim Jims: A Nostalgic Crunch

The Rise and Fall of Slim Jims: A Nostalgic Crunch

Remember the iconic phrase “Snap into a Slim Jim!” that was popularized by a professional wrestler? Slim Jims, the unique “meat snack” akin to beef jerky, were ubiquitous in the 1990s. Then, almost overnight, they vanished like a forgotten snack. What led to the decline of this once-dominant salty treat?

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