Fast food is the undisputed food king in the United States. There are over 300,000 fast food restaurants in this country alone. The mega-corporations such as McDonalds, Burger King, Wendy's and others intentionally market their products to children, essentially ensuring the prosperity of the industry by getting people hooked and hooked early. Fast food meals are typically high in calories, fat, sodium, and cholesterol. Such diets often lead to
obesity and
diabetes.
See Also
- Food Products & Restaurants
- Frito-Lay Contamination: Overview
- Diabetes
- Heart Problems
- High Blood Pressure (hypertension): Overview
- Obesity: Overview