¨Fast foods are relatively inexpensive foods that are prepared and served quickly. The fast-food industry had its beginnings around the mid-twentieth century, and it grew tremendously during the last three decades of the twentieth century. Growth of the fast-food industry is projected to be even greater outside the United states during the twenty-first century.
the most common type of U.S. fast-food restaurant specializes in meal consisting of a hamburger, French fries ,and a beverage. Example include McDonald´s, burger king, and Wendy´s. some such as KFC, specialize in chicken; some, such as subway, provide Americanized ethnic food. eateries serve some of the standard American dishes, such as hamburgers, but they may also serve regionally popular items. There are also fast-food restaurants in other countries that specialize in providing ethnic foods, such as soups in japan or crepes in France.
Nutritional issues
Many fast foods are fried (which facilitates quick preparation), high in fat and sodium, and low in fiber, vitamins, and some minerals. The ¨added value¨ option, whereby customers can order larger sizes for a minimal additional charge, adds to the total calorie and fat intake. many of these eateries now offer , low-fat ice cream, and plain, broiled chicken sandwiches or other foods low in fat and/or calories. Menu options will probably continue to increase in response to health concerns and changing demographics.
Extra-large portions of fast food may seem like a bargain, but such items add excessive empty calories to the diet. A ¨supersized combo meal¨ may provide a person´s entire daily recommended intake of calories, but will probably include very few essential nutrients. [photograph by Steve Prezant. Corbis. Reproduced by permission.]¨
2. ¨although there are a growing number of healthier fast food options, most fast food can still be classified as junk food. Eating a poor quality diet high in junk food is linked to a higher risk of obesity, depression, digestive issues, heart disease and stroke, type 2 diabetes, cancer and early death.¨
3. ¨ because of these fast food ads, children begin to set their unhealthy eating habits for life. There are two direct effects obesity has on our nation, one being on the body itself and the other our nation´s wallet.¨
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3.https://www.bluffton.edu/…2/Impact%20of%20Fast%20Food%20on%20Society.do
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