Is this actually something that's new? For years I've had just butter or margarine on toast when I would occasionally (certainly not frequently) feel like it.

Is this actually something that's new? For years I've had just butter or margarine on toast when I would occasionally (certainly not frequently) feel like it. I know of many people who would consider this an uncommon, but quite normal thing to do as well. Maybe it's an Australian thing? Possibly passed down from British heritage? I'm not sure. "Plain" toast is actually a good choice when you're sick and attempting to eat again. It always feels "safe".