2. A Brief History of Fast Food
1876: Harvey Houses
1921: White Castle
1940: McDonald’s
1954: Burger King and Taco Bell
1965: Subway
1969: Wendy’s
While McDonald’s maybe one of the most recognizable fast food restaurants worldwide, it certainly wasn’t the first. Fast food took root as Americans became more mobile. Some food historians believe that Harvey Houses were among the first “fast food” restaurants and one of the first “chains” in the world. Harvey Houses were founded by Fred Harvey, who built his restaurants along the Santa Fe Railroad in the 1870s. The restaurants offered quality food served in record time because an entire trainload of people needed to be served in 20 minutes or less.
White Castle was officially the first fast-food chain. They were founded in 1921 in Wichita, Kansas. At that time, most people thought the meat used to make hamburgers came from slaughterhouse scraps and spoiled meat. White Castle decided to change that image and built their restaurants so that customers could see the food being prepared as they waited and to suggest a sense of “cleanliness”, the restaurants were painted white. White Castle became the most popular in the American East and Midwest. Their success gave hamburger a better reputation nationwide.
The first McDonald’s (McDonald’s Bar-B-Que) opened in California in 1940, but was completely redesigned as a restaurant in 1948 as a completely self-service drive-in, with a nine item menu, paper plates and napkins, no carhops and an assembly-line kitchen for efficiency. A mixer salesman named Ray Kroc began franchising McDonald’s restaurants and the fast food empire began. Soon after that, many popular fast food establishments were founded including Burger King, Taco Bell, Subway and Wendy’s.

3. History of the Drive-Thru
Started in the 1930s
Speaker systems hit the scene in the 1950s
Double drive-thru debuted in the 1980s
It’s hard to imagine fast food without a drive-thru, but at the first fast food restaurants did not have them. Drive-in restaurants were the norm. Cars would park, order through a speaker box and a carhop would deliver the food to the car, often on roller skates. The drive-thru revolutionized fast food, providing an even quicker and more efficient way to serve food. It’s hotly debated in the fast food industry which restaurant had the drive-thru first, but drive-up service got its start in the 1930s, with many drive-in restaurants having some form of a drive-up window. The speaker systems that are used for customers to place orders did not hit the scene until the 1950s. The double drive-thru, which features two lanes, got its debut in the 1980s and is used by many fast food restaurants today.
The fast food drive-thru has since inspired drive-thru banks, pharmacies, post-office boxes, and even wedding chapels.

4. Consistency: The Hallmark of Fast Food
Restaurants look alike and food tastes the same
Food is mass produced in a factory, then frozen
Cooks use kitchen equipment
reheat and cook the food for a
specified time
Employees follow same instructions for predictable customer experience
Consistency has been the hallmark for fast food. In each chain, all of the restaurants strive to look alike and for the foods they serve to taste the same. The food itself is usually mass produced in a factory, then frozen. The factory may also add artificial and natural flavors to the food to make sure it all tastes the same. In most cases, the cooks at the fast food restaurant reheats the food rather than making from scratch. Then every kitchen uses the same equipment so that all the food cooks in the same amount of time.
Another key factor in the consistency of fast food is the employees. All employees in different restaurants follow the same instructions for cooking, dressing and packaging your food. The employees are even trained to provide a predictable customer experience. The reason for this consistency is for the chain to create a predictable, universal experience where you feel a sense of comfort and familiarity regardless if you’re just miles from home or half-way around the world.
Mass-production is central to fast food, it allows these restaurants to receive and store a large amount of food, then cook and serve as needed. It is up to you to decided if the speed of fast food outweigh the unhealthy cons of eating it.

5. Pros to Eating Fast Food
Low Cost
Many inexpensive meal options
Speed
Your order is ready in minutes
Variety
You can get any kind of food at anytime
Fast food can be a cheap and convenient way to have a meal when you’re on the go or when you just don’t feel like cooking. There’s a wide variety of fast food choices readily available that is inexpensive. Many chains offer a “dollar” or 99¢ menu with a variety cheap eats. These restaurants can make your order in only a few minutes so you’re free to do work, relax or be with your family. There are many different options to choose from which allows you ways to add some variety, while still offering the convenience of a quick meal.

6. Cons to Eating Fast Food:
Fast food can be high in:
Fat
Carbohydrates
Sodium (Salt)
Cholesterol
Healthy choices hard to find
Can lead to health problems
If you’re eating out, fast food restaurant is often the cheapest option, but not always the healthiest option. Eating just one fast food meal can pack enough calories, sodium and fat for an entire day or more. In general, fast food is different than similar dishes prepared at home because:
-It’s usually higher in fat (and have unhealthy trans-fat) and lower in fiber
-It’s often higher in calories and sugar
-It’s typically higher in salt
Finding a healthy, well-balanced meal in most fast food restaurants can be a challenge and eating fast food on a regular basis can lead to a host of health problems, both physical and psychological. Plus, in a bad economy the quick and cheap temptation can be hard to resist, however as an informed customer you can make healthier choices and still enjoy the convenience of fast food restaurants.

7. Fast Food: What To Watch
Super-sized portions
Saturated fat
Trans fat
Sugar
Sodium (Salt)
An average fast food meal can run 1000 calories or more, so it’s important to know how to pick the the best options at the restaurant. As a general rule of thumb, choose the smallest portion size and don’t be tempted to supersize or get the “value meal”, even if it saves you money. A typical fast food meal provides enough calories for two meals, so consider splitting a meal with a friend or ordering a kids meal to control your portion.
Most fast food meals contain too much saturated fat, which does play a part of a healthy diet, but only a very small part. Many fast food items contain more than ½ of the recommended daily intake of saturated fats. In addition, many fats in American fast foods are trans fats or partially hydrogenated oils. Trans fat tastes good, is an inexpensive fat, and are used by restaurants and food manufacturers to extend the shelf life of foods. Eating foods with trans fat can increase people’s risk of heart disease more than any other fat. Researchers believe that consuming more than 5 grams of trans fat per day increases your risk of heart attack by 25 percent and recommend that trans fat make up only 1% or less of your daily calories. More than half of large-sized fast food meals surpass the 5-gram limit. Studies also suggest that trans fat causes people to gain weight faster than other fast.
Also, it’s important to keep your eye on your sugar intake. Sugar is okay in moderation, but if you’re taking advantage of multiple free soda refills, then you can run into trouble. Sugar gives you a quick burst of energy that won’t last. Too much sugar adds extra calories and can cause you to gain weight if your body doesn’t use those extra calories burned through physical activity.
Fast food tends to be very high in sodium, a big contributor to heart disease. There are obvious culprits: salty fries, burgers, pickles, bacon, and sauces. But there are many sneaky sources of sodium like milkshakes and sodas! The American Heart Association recommends that adults consume under 1500 mg of sodium per day, and never take in more than 2,300 mg a day. About 57% of fast food restaurant meals exceed the 1,500-mg daily sodium level. Even when you eat lower calorie meals, you are still likely to exceed your daily sodium limit within one single meal when eating fast food.

8. Healthier Fast Food Choices
Drink water with your meal
Limit sauces and add-ons
Special order your meal
Order thoughtfully
Watch your portion size
Typically, fast food is lower in nutrition and high in trans fat, saturated, sodium, and calories, but moderation is the key. Finding healthier choices at fast food restaurants can be a challenge, but it is possible.
When choosing what to order, be aware of calorie and fat-packed dressings, cheese, sour cream, etc that the menu item might come dressed on the sandwich or salad. You can order the item “plain” or ask for the sauce or dressing on the side. Doing this puts you in control of what and how much you are eating, rather than the cook who assembled your food for you. Bacon and extra cheese may add extra flavor to a sandwich, but they’re choices that are high in fat and calories. Opt for calorie “freebies” like extra pickles, onions, tomatoes, lettuce, ketchup or mustard, which add flavor without extra fat.
Don’t be afraid to special order your meal to meet your need. Ask if the preparation method can be changed. If the chicken in your meal was deep-fried, ask if you can get grilled chicken instead. Ask for vinegar-based dressing or low-fat dressing instead of a creamy dressing for your salad or ask that the dressing be served on the side.
Order thoughtfully by making careful menu selections and paying attention to descriptions of the menu items. Anything with words like deep-fried, pan-fried, batter-dipped, breaded, creamy or crispy are usually red flags for foods high in calories, unhealthy fats and sodium.
Watch the portion size of your meal! What’s considered a serving and what you’re actually served can be two entirely different amounts. Opt for smaller sizes and don’t supersize your meal. Consider ordering a kid’s meal to keep your portion size under control.
Choose to drink water with your meal instead of soda, which is a hidden source of calories. One 32-oz drink of regular cola packs about 425 calories. Try adding lemon slices to your water or drink unsweetened iced tea. A small juice or diet soda can also be an occasional treat.

9. Drive-Thru Breakfasts
Look for names that indicate large portions
Know your meats and choose wisely
Choose breads carefully
Limit sauces and add-ons
No matter where you grab breakfast on the go, high fat and high calorie choices are everywhere! Most fast food breakfasts are high in fat, including saturated fat and have lots of sugar and refined flour. The good news is that there are some better breakfast items available if you know what to pick. Checking out the nutrition information on fast food websites before you go is a great way to know the calories, fat, fiber, and sugar in menu items, but sometimes that isn’t an option. Here are some general rules of thumb:
Avoid menu items with the words “loaded”, “double”, “deluxe”, “enormous”, or “big”, which indicate big portion sizes. Big portions mean more calories, so keep your portion sizes small to keep your calories in check.
Know your meats. Bacon, sausage, and steak can be loaded with saturated fat. Canadian bacon and ham tend to be lower-fat options. Plain egg and cheese breakfast items can also be a smarter choice.
Choose your breads carefully. Breakfast sandwiches on croissants or biscuits tend to higher in fat than English muffins, tortillas, wraps, flatbreads or regular sliced bread.
Limit sauces and add-ons. Butter, margarine, syrup, cheese, sauces, and spreads all add extra calories, so choose wisely! Choose low-fat or low-sugar options whenever available or eat foods plain.
Is grabbing breakfast at the drive thru better than skipping breakfast all together? Most breakfast items that are lower in fat and contain some protein generally are lacking fiber and some restaurants offer no items that are low enough in fat and saturated fat to be considered healthy. If fast food is your only breakfast option, then go ahead. It’s better to eat some breakfast than no breakfast. Regular breakfast eating teens tended to have lower body mass index (BMI) than breakfast-skipping teens in a recent study from the University of Minnesota.

10. Best Breakfast Bets at the Drive-Thru
Pancakes
English muffin and egg sandwiches
Low-fat or reduced-fat muffins
Yogurt parfaits
Fruit and nut salads
Oatmeal
If the drive-thru is your only option for breakfast, check to see if the restaurant offers these menu items, that are lower in fat and calories or may offer more fiber.

11. LESS Healthy Choices at Burger Chains
Big burgers (1/4 lb or more) or double burgers
Cheese, mayo, bacon, and special sauces
Fried chicken or fish sandwiches
Chicken nuggets or tenders
French fries
Salad with high-fat toppings
Milkshakes
Figuring out healthier options at your favorite fast food burger chain can be tricky when a meal usually consists of a sandwich, fries and a drink. This meal can quickly add up to over 1700 calories. A few tips to keep in mind when you place your order.
Instead of ordering a big ¼ pound or double patty hamburger, choose a single hamburger or even a kids hamburger meal. This keeps your portion size reasonable. It is also important to not add any “extras” like cheese, mayo, bacon or special sauces. These extras can add more calories and fat to your meal.
Stay away from menu items with the word “fried” or “crispy” in front of it, which indicate that the food is deep-fried. This includes chicken or fish sandwiches, chicken nuggets or chicken tenders. French fries are also deep-fried, making them a less healthy choice. Also is true for mozzarella sticks, onion rings, or jalapeño poppers.
Salads seem like they should be a healthier choice (and they can be!), but anytime you add high-fat toppings like bacon and cheese your calorie and fat level will skyrocket.
Milkshakes seem like a fairly innocent dessert treat or drink option, but they are high in fat and calories (sometimes as much or more than your burger and fries) and are loaded with sugar.

12. Healthier Choices at Burger Chains
Garden salad with grilled chicken and low-fat dressing
Regular hamburger
Grilled chicken sandwich
Veggie burger
Baked potato or side salad
Apple slices
Yogurt parfait
The good news is that healthier choices at fast food restaurants are more available now than ever before. When ordering a hamburger, choose a regular or single patty and ask to leave off the mayo and cheese, this will save you many calories. A regular McDonald’s hamburger has 260 calories and 9 grams of fat. A much better option when compared to a double quarter pounder with cheese, which has 730 calories and 40 grams of fat.
Look for menu items with the word “grilled” in front of it. These food items are typically lower in fat and calories than their “crispy” or “crunchy” counterparts.
Try to include more fruits and vegetables with every meal. Try a veggie burger if the restaurant offers them. Salads are a great option for adding more vegetables and can be a filling meal, just choose toppings wisely! Order a side salad or baked potato instead of fries. These items are lower in fat, calories and are just plain better for you!
For a “sweet” treat, enjoy a yogurt parfait or apple slices.

13. LESS Healthy Choices at Taco Chains
Adding sour cream or cheese
Crispy hard shell tacos
Refried beans
Chalupas
Crunch wraps or gordita-type burritos
Nachos
Fast food chains specializing in tacos and burritos can either blow your calorie intake for the day or they can be a healthier option for fast, fresh food. Rice, beans, salsa and avocado are all good Mexican meal components, but when paired with cheese, sour cream and tortilla chips even they can turn a good meal unhealthy.
A general rule of thumb is to steer clear of anything with “crispy” or “fried” in the menu item’s description, these are usually less healthy selections and will add extra inches to your waistline! Crispy corn taco shells or taco salad shells, tortilla chips, thick chalupas and gorditas have been deep-fried in oil and are high in saturated fat, making them a poor nutrition choice.
Refried beans sound like a healthy choice, but they’re often prepared with fat, which give them a creamy texture.
Sour cream and cheese on Mexican foods add extra fat and calories, making them not as good of an option. Choose salsa or hot sauce for nearly calorie-free added flavor instead.

14. Healthier Choices at Taco Chains
Veggie and bean burrito
Grilled chicken soft taco
Black beans
Grilled burritos with tomato salsa
Limiting sour cream and cheese
Taco chains that use fresh ingredients are some of the healthiest fast food places to eat at. When ordering look for words like “grilled” and “fresh” in the menu items. Grilled chicken or vegetables are usually the healthiest option over steak, ground beef or pork (carnitas).
Several taco chains have “healthy” menu options that offer less fat and fresher ingredients. Load up on black beans and veggies, which is easier to do at these restaurants. Choose tacos and burritos with grilled veggies, rice, and beans. Use salsa and guacamole (which has healthy monounsaturated fat) for toppings. Skip or limit the amount of sour cream and cheese.
Keep in mind portion control since these types of restaurants offer enormous menu items. Try eating half today and save the rest for another meal, now you have two meals in one which saves you money and calories!

15. LESS Healthy Choices At Fried Chicken Chains
Popcorn chicken
Chicken wings and boneless “wings”
Caesar salad
Potato salad or coleslaw
Chicken and biscuit “bowls” or pot pies
Extra gravy and sauces
Although some chains advertise “zero trans fat” in their food, the fact is fried chicken still packs a punch of harmful saturated fat and sodium. Just a single extra crispy chicken breast has 440 calories, 27 grams of fat, and 970 mg of sodium. And that’s only in ONE chicken breast!
Popcorn chicken, chicken wings, and boneless “wings” are less healthy options. These breaded and fried options are smaller, but the portions can be quite large, plus the breading on the chicken acts like a sponge absorbing more fat.
Salads usually sound like a healthy option, but it depends on toppings and dressings. Caesar salad sounds healthy (after all it is lettuce) but with dressing and croutons packs an unhealthy punch of about 30 grams of fat and over 500 calories. Sides like potato salad and coleslaw have high calorie, mayonnaise-based dressings that make them not the best choice.
How about those “home cooked” sounding chicken and biscuit “bowls” or pot pies? This will put a major surplus in your daily calorie intake with over 600 calories and about 40 grams of fat.
Adding any “extras” like gravy and sauces can also add even more unwanted calories and fat.

16. Healthier Choices at Fried Chicken Chains
Chicken breast without breading or skin
Grilled chicken
Honey BBQ chicken sandwich
Side salad
Green beans
Corn on the cob
Mashed potatoes
Limiting gravy and sauces
Finding healthier choices at fried chicken chains can be difficult, but it is possible. Look for a skinless chicken breast or take the skin and breading off. This becomes a healthy choice at 140 calories, 2 grams of fat, and 520 mg of sodium. Grilled chicken can be a healthier option than fried.
A honey BBQ chicken sandwich is another healthy option, where the chicken is grilled, not fried.
Some healthier sides at your favorite chicken spot is a side salad, green beans, corn on the cob, and mashed potatoes rather than potato salad or coleslaw.
Limiting gravy and choosing lower-calorie sauces can also help make your fried chicken meal healthier. Choose lower calorie condiments like ketchup or mustard over high fat mayo or Ranch dressing.

17. LESS Healthy Choices For Subs/Sandwiches
Foot-long subs
High-fat meats:
Bacon
Meatballs
Steak
Tuna salad
Extra cheese
Mayo and special sauces
White bread
What about the all American favorite: the sandwich. Hot, cold, wrapped, foot longed, prepared in a matter of mere seconds. We love the fresh ingredients and the endless options to customize. We may feel virtuous eating our “healthy” subs, but studies have found that we tend to eat more calories per meal at a sub shop than we do at a fast food burger restaurant. This is probably because we feel we are eating “healthy”, so we reward ourselves with chips, cookies, or a soda. So what can we do to keep subs a healthy choice? First it’s important to be aware of the sub shop pitfalls.
When ordering your sandwich, avoid the foot-long. If you do order a foot-long, consider splitting the sandwich with someone else or only eat half (and save the other half for another meal).
Be selective when choosing what type of sandwich. Steer clear of high fat meats like bacon, meatballs and steak. Even the tuna salad can pack a whopping 30 grams of fat and over 500 calories.
Extra cheese, mayo and special sauces all add extra calories and fat to your sandwich.
Pay attention to the bread options the sub shop has to offer. Sometimes you have a choice! White bread is not as good of a choice as whole wheat or whole grain. White bread is enriched with the nutrients that are stripped away during processing. These nutrients are naturally found in whole grains. Whole grains are rich in fiber, which helps your digestive system and creates the feeling of fullness.

18. Healthier Choices For Subs/Sandwiches
6-inch
Veggie toppings
Lean meats:
Roast beef
Turkey
Chicken breast
Lean ham
Low-fat dressing/mustard
Whole-grain bread
Limit cheese
It is possible to make healthier choices at a sub shop or deli but you do need to use some common sense. Order a 6 inch sub instead of a foot long. If you’re still hungry, pair that with a side salad rather than chips or a cookie.
Choose lean meats like roast beef, turkey, chicken breast or lean ham. You can even skip the meat all together and enjoy a sub with just veggies.
In place of mayo, add flavor to your sub or sandwich with a low-fat dressing or mustard.
Add more body-boosting nutrients by piling on veggies to your sandwich… not only are they low in calories and fat, but they provide additional fiber to keep you feeling fuller longer!
Choose a whole-grain bread instead of white. Whole grains are good sources of vitamins and minerals, high in fiber and low in fat. They are an excellent source of complex carbs to provide your body with long lasting energy. If you white bread is your only option, eat your sandwich open-faced (eat only half of the bread).
Limit the amount of cheese on your sandwich or choose lower-fat cheeses, like Swiss or mozzarella instead of higher-fat cheeses like American or cheddar. You can even skip the cheese to lower the sandwich’s total calories and fat.

19. LESS Healthy Choices For Chinese Takeout
Egg rolls
Battered or deep-fried dishes
Sweet & sour pork
General Tso’s chicken
Fried rice
Salads with fried or crispy noodles
Traditionally, Asian cultures tend to eat very healthfully, but unfortunately, Americanized versions of these ethnic foods tend to be much higher in fat and calories so proceed with caution!
Steer clear of deep-fried dishes such as sweet & sour pork or chicken, General Tso’s chicken and orange chicken.
Refrain from ordering fried rice, the eggs in fried rice mean a higher level of cholesterol and the rice is fried in oil, which adds more calories and fat. Select steamed rice instead. Keep in mind anything “fried” or “crispy” means high calorie and high fat.

20. Healthier Choices For Chinese Takeout
Egg drop, miso, wonton or hot & sour soup
Steamed, roasted or broiled dishes
Steamed brown rice
Vegetable dishes
Sauces like:
Rice-wine vinegar
Wasabi
Ginger
Ordering healthy Chinese takeout can be really easy – just use these tips:
Soup is a great, low-calorie way to fill up so you don’t over eat. Egg drop, miso, wonton and hot and sour soups are all excellent options found at most Chinese places.
Choose steamed, roasted or broiled dishes rather than deep-fried options like egg rolls or crab rangoons. Steamed dumplings are a great alternative.
Fill up on steamed rice instead of fried rice. This will mean you’ll eat less of the other dishes. Ask if the restaurant has steamed brown rice, which is a complex carbohydrate that’s rich in fiber.
Reduce the amount of meat in your meal by ordering vegetable dishes or dishes that have a higher amount of vegetables, like beef with broccoli.
Opt for sauces that are low in calories and sodium, but packed with flavor like rice-wine vinegar, wasabi and ginger instead of reaching for the soy sauce. While flavorful, soy sauce is extremely high in sodium.
Use chopsticks! You will eat more slowly, since you can’t get as much food at one time as you can with a fork-and besides that, it’s just plain fun!

21. Pizza: The Healthy Way Order thin crust Choose vegetable toppings
Consider less or no meat
Ask for extra sauce and half the cheese
Eat fewer slices
Pizza has been given a bad rap, but it can actually be one of the easiest foods to make healthier.
When ordering pizza, stick with the thin crust and stay away from deep-dish or pan pizza, which means more calories.
Another way to make your pizza a healthy meal is to pile on more veggie topping and ask for less meat. Be choosey when it comes to meats! Sausage and pepperoni are high fat, so choose ham, Canadian bacon or chicken instead.
Asking for extra sauce and half the cheese will still give you enough flavor in your pizza.
Before eating pizza, consider filling up first on a green salad. Eating a salad can help be a low calorie way to fill you up so you eat fewer slices and will give you added nutrients that the pizza may be lacking.

22. Lookout For “Extra” Clues To Unhealthy Meals
Cheese or cream sauce
Fried
Au gratin
Braised
Buttered
Creamed
Escalloped
Hollandaise
Gravy
Pan-fried
Rich
Butter sauce
If you are concerned about high cholesterol, blood glucose, or losing weight, pay attention to these extra clues that will tell you if a dish is unhealthy or not at fast food restaurants, cafes, or sit-down restaurants.
Usually if you see any meals on a menu with words like: fried, creamed, Hollandaise, in gravy or rich- will mean these menu items are going to be high in fat and calories. Read menus carefully and choose selectively…when in doubt, go without!

23. Lookout For “Extra” Clues To Healthy Meals
Baked
Broiled
Grilled
Poached
Roasted
Steamed
Fresh fruits and vegetables
Lean meat
Whole grain
As we’ve learned, you can eat out and eat healthy too even at fast food restaurants !Many fast food restaurants offer delicious meals that are low in saturated fat, trans fat and cholesterol…you just need to look for extra clues and weigh your options:
Grilled chicken vs. fried chicken
Broiled fish vs. fried fish
These same fast food tips apply when eating out at any sort of restaurant. When dining out, look for code words to healthier food with less saturated fat like menu items with words like: baked, broiled and grilled or poached, roasted and steamed. Also, any meals with fresh fruits and vegetables or lean meats is better for you and always look for whole grain vs. white. These menu items generally mean lower in fat and calories.
Eating out often means eating meals with too much saturated fat, cholesterol, sodium and calories. How can you spot the hidden dangers? Remember saturated fats come mostly from meat and dairy foods. Cholesterol is usually found in these same foods. Even tropical oils like palm oil and coconut oil are also saturated fats.

24. Simple Tips To Eating & Living Healthier
Take the stairs in place of the elevator
Eat meals slowly
Breakfast is the most important meal of the day
Split a dessert with a friend
Savor every bite of your meal
Did you know that it takes our brains 20 minutes to catch up to our stomachs to tell us we’re full? So the faster we eat, the easier it is for us to overeat. Take the time to eat your meals slowly.
Make sure to start your day with breakfast. It’s the most important meal of the day and regular breakfast eaters tend to weigh less than breakfast skippers.
Keep in mind it’s okay to indulge in dessert. But keep your portion size in check! Splitting dessert with someone is a great option.
Remember that every extra bit of movement counts, so the next time you have the choice of the elevator or stairs, take the stairs. And last but not least, allow yourself to savor every bite of your meal. You’ll feel more satisfied and less tempted to overeat.
All of these tips are simple to do and will provide long-lasting benefits to a happier and healthier you!

25. Review Questions: Who was the first “official” fast food restaurant?
What fast food chain is the largest in the world today?
What is the “hallmark” for fast food?
Factories add what to fast food to make sure it tastes the same?
What are some things to avoid when ordering fast food?
1. White Castle, founded in 1921 in Wichita, KS
2. McDonald’s
3. Consistency and mass production- each chain restaurant looks alike and the meals taste the same
4. Artificial and natural flavors
5. Super-sized portions, items with high saturated fat, trans fat, sugar, sodium

26. Review Questions
When choosing a beverage for your meal, what should you choose to cut down on sugar?
When ordering Chinese takeout, what is a healthier choice than fried rice?
At a taco chain, which is the better choice: soft tacos or hard shell tacos?
What are some alternatives to mayo on your sandwich?
What is the most important meal of the day?
6. Water or unsweetened tea
7. Steamed rice (brown is even better!)
8. Soft tacos
9. Low fat dressing or mustard
10. Breakfast

27. Fast Food Nutrition Web Resources
Helpful sites to learn more about fast food nutrition:

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