Taco Bell pulled a new commercial that mocks vegetable eaters after advocate groups complained that it sent the wrong message.
The 15-second spot, created by
According to the Center for Science in the Public Interest, "It's bad enough that there aren’t many ads on television for broccoli, kale, or carrots. The last thing healthy fruits and vegetables needed was to be the subject of attack ads. We are delighted that
A Taco Bell spokesperson clarified, "We didn't want anyone to misinterpret the intent of the ad."
Watch the offending spot below: