Tips for Eating at Fast Food Restaurants provided by the American Heart Association
Fast food used to mean fried food, but today food franchises are offering people more low-fat alternative than ever before. Chef salads, grilled chicken sandwiches and frozen yogurt are just three examples.
Tips: Beware of topping burgers with cheese, creamy sauces and bacon - they add fat and calories. Pickles, onions, lettuce, tomato, mustard and catsup add flavor without the fat. Steer clear of fried fish sandwiches. A baked potato can be a healthy option, but have it with low-fat yogurt instead of butter and sour cream.
| Instead of |
Try |
| Danish |
Bagel |
| Jumbo cheeseburgers |
Grilled chicken, sliced meats or even a regular 2 oz. hamburger on bun with lettuce, tomato and onion |
| Fried chicken or tacos |
Grilled chicken or salad bar (but watch out for excess amounts of high-fat dressings and ingredients) |
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