Healthy Fast Food: Is Fast Food Always Bad For You?
Do Your Research
Preparing before you go can make a huge difference. You can check the nutritional guide of most chains online. You would be surprised just how many calories many fast food items contain. Choices made with knowledge are always healthier.Ditch The Soda
Choose to drink water instead. Soda is a huge source of hidden calories. One 32 ounce cola packs about 400 calories! Try water with lemon or order unsweetened iced tea for more flavor.'Undress' Your Food
Be careful of calorie and fat-packed salad dressings, cheese, sour cream, etc. For example, ask for a grilled chicken sandwich without the mayonnaise.Special Order Your Food
Many menu items would be healthier if they were prepared differently. For example, when ordering a fast food salad, ask for grilled chicken instead of fried chicken.Avoid 'Supersize'
Avoid ordering "supersize" portions, regardless of the price difference! An average fast food meal can run up to 1000 calories or more. So choose a smaller portion size, order a side salad instead of fries and don't supersize anything!Beware Of Some Of Those Salads
Just because it has lettuce doesn't mean it's healthy. Some salads have over 1,000 calories. Order your salad without croutons, cheese, fried chicken, and fatty dressings. Instead, choose a salad with grilled chicken and either low fat or fat free dressing.Ask For A Healthier Side Dish
Ask if there are any healthy sides you can substitute for fries. Many fast food outlets now have packaged apples!
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