Fast Food, Why is it Popular

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Fast Food...What is it? Why is it Popular?What is fast food and why is it so popular?

Fast food is any food that is quick, convenient, and usually inexpensive. You can buy fast food just about anywhere that sells food and snacks. Vending machines and drive-thru restaurants are probably the most common places to find fast food. It’s so popular because for under $5.00 you can usually get a meal that’s satisfying. But fast food is inexpensive because it is usually made with cheaper ingredients such as high fat meat and foods that contain lots of unhealthy fats (saturated and trans fats) and cholesterol, instead of nutritious foods such as lean meats, fresh fruits, and vegetables.

Is fast food bad?

There is no such thing as a “bad” food. All foods can fit into a healthy meal plan! It’s true that fast food is usually high in fat, calories, cholesterol and sodium, but eating fast food every once in a while is not going to cause you problems. If you eat too much fast food over a long period of time, though, it can lead to health problems like high blood pressure, heart disease, and obesity.

Is some fast food healthier than others?


  • Choose foods that are broiled over fried such as a grilled chicken sandwich instead of fried chicken or chicken nuggets. Choose soups that are not cream based.
  • Have a salad or soup instead of fries.
  • Use mustard or ketchup instead of mayonnaise.
  • Order smaller entrée portions in general. For example: instead of a large sub, try a small sub with a side salad or piece of fruit.
  • Order smalls instead of “super-sizing.” A large fry has 540 calories and 26 grams of fat, but a small fry has about 60% less fat and calories (210 calories and 10 grams of fat).
    instead of fried items, like a burgers or steak and cheese sandwiches.
  • Choose water, low-fat milk, or diet sodas instead of regular sodas, fruit drinks, and milkshakes.
  • When ordering pizza, add veggies instead of meat. If fruit and veggies are available, try to add them into your meal. For example, have lettuce and tomato on sandwiches or burgers.

Over the next 11 graphics, you will find the nutritional breakdown taken from 5 of the biggest Fast Food retailers in the world. This information is not intended to deter people from fast food entirely, but to educate and allow an informed, often healthier decision to be made the next time you order.
PLEASE Note: Details are correct at time of print and are subject to change

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