Yesterday's Medicine - Sugar
Yesterday's Medicine - Sugar
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True Treats EXCLUSIVE! These wonderful, medicine-inspired candies are made exclusively for True Treats, cast in an authentic 1920s pill capsule mold. Hard candies straddled the line between candy and medicine starting in the 1800s…and still do today (think cough drops). Sugar, crazy as it sounds, was one of the line-up of medicines. The flavor of sugar, as you’ll see in these candies, is mild and refreshing, not the cloying flavor we expect whenever sugar is involved. Each candy is lightly sanded with granulated sugar to keep it from sticking, is bite-sized and long-lasting. Comes in a reusable jar with the story on the label.
We at True Treats honor the medicinal history of hard candies. We also honor today’s versions – not medicines but definitely delights.
Enjoy your Yesterday’s Medicine Sugar Candy:
- In hot tea or coffee – enjoy as it slowly dissolves
- As a breath freshener any time of day
- A non-medicinal coating to ease a cough or sore throat
- A welcome addition to spicy hard candy mixes
- A welcome, low-cal treat, so tasty it makes you feel good.
Product Details
Product Details
Size: 6 ounce plastic jar
Sugar, Corn Syrup, Natural and Artificial Flavoring and Colors
Allergen Disclaimer: Please note that our products are made in a facility that processes peanuts, tree nuts, dairy, soy, and wheat. While we take precautions to prevent cross-contamination, we cannot guarantee that our products are allergen-free.
Historical Insights
Historical Insights
As improbable as it seems, candy got its start in pharmacies, AKA apothecaries. And if you think about it, most flavors in today’s candy reflect a medicinal past: mint, lemon, licorice, vanilla – and, of course, chocolate, to name a few. Sugar, the most controversial food around, was considered medicinal, used to ease sore throats, cure stomach ailments, and even take on the plague. So significant was sugar to medicine, from the 13ththrough 18thcenturies, the expression “like an apothecary without sugar” referred to a dire situation. Today, some experts, including those at the Harvard School of Public Health find that candy is actually good for your health…in moderation!
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When Sweets Were Medicine: A Sugary Past
As improbable as it seems, candy got its start in pharmacies, AKA apothecaries. And if you think about it, most flavors in today’s candy reflect a medicinal past: mint, lemon, licorice, vanilla – and, of course, chocolate, to name a few. Sugar, the most controversial food around, was considered medicinal, used to ease sore throats, cure stomach ailments, and even take on the plague. So significant was sugar to medicine, from the 13 th through 18 th centuries, the expression “like an apothecary without sugar” referred to a dire situation. Today, some experts, including those at the Harvard School of Public Health find that candy is actually good for your health…in moderation! To learn more about the Health-Candy connection, check out our blog - Old Fashion Candy – The Wonder Drug.
The Sweet Journey Through Time Starts Here!
True Treats is the only historically accurate candy store in the world, bringing the past to life through researched sweets, teas, syrups, and more. Every product is rooted in history, telling the story of how people from all walks of life enjoyed treats through time. Leading this effort is Susan, a nationally recognized candy historian, researcher, and author who appears regularly on TV, radio, and in major publications. With over 40 years of experience, she has written ten books and founded True Treats to share the fascinating history of candy in a fun and delicious way. Susan’s work uncovers the surprising origins of America’s favorite sweets, from ancient uses of sugar to the candies of the 1900s. Through True Treats, Susan makes history an interactive experience, allowing customers to taste the past while learning the stories behind every bite.
Great product! Purchased a few varieties. The only small issue would be that a couple labels were crooked, but a fantastic product nonetheless! Will purchase in the future!
