Hey there,

It’s Monday, and this week I have a very special menu for you: Fast Food

I’ve meticulously designed this menu, selecting each dish for its flavor and nutritional significance. I hope you are hungry, because it’s time to get served.

Enjoy!

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Starter 🥗 

Fast Food = Junk Food?

No, junk food and fast food are not the same. ❌ Fast food is referred to as food that is easily accessible, quickly prepared, and served. Junk food, on the other hand, is food that is both low in nutrients and excessive in calories. Micronutrients like fiber, minerals, and vitamins are typically lacking. Does this mean that fast food can be healthy?

Main 🥙 

Hidden Dangers of Fast Food

Over 70 million people consume food at McDonald's every single day. How come? One of the most common and cheap meal options available to us is fast food. You order it and pick it up within minutes. Perfect for full, busy days, right?

Yes, but unfortunately, it is typically heavy in sugar, salt, and saturated or trans fats. Fast food is usually junk food, and consuming it on occasion will not harm your body. However, if consumed on a regular basis, it may have adverse effects on your overall health. What dangers are hidden in fast food? 

Fast food’s hidden dangers: Consuming fast food regularly can…

• cause abnormal spikes in blood sugar, increasing the risk of weight gain and type 2 diabetes. 📈 

• increase inflammation.

• trigger binge eating. 🍬 

• impact your skin health and cause bad skin.

• lower the capacity of memory and learning.

• increase mental health issues.

• make you tired. 😴

Takeaway: You can consume fast food on occasion, but be aware of the consequences. When eating, select foods with simple ingredients and few additives.

Dessert 🍰 

Healthy Fast Food

Fast food doesn't have to be unhealthy for you. Prepared fresh and at home, it can be healthier and even cheaper 😉.

Here are my top 4 healthy fast food ideas:

1. Wraps 🌯 (add veggies, a spread, a source of protein, and homemade hummus).

2. Bowls 🥣 (add rice or quinoa, fruits, veggies, and a delicious sauce)

3. Sandwiches 🥪 (add a spread, veggies, and a protein source).

4. Salads 🥗 (add veggies, fruits, a protein source, and a vinaigrette).

My tip: Make your homemade fast food as colorful as possible by adding a lot of veggies. 🥬 

Snacks 🥜 

Dad Joke of the Week

A Friendly Reminder

A Deep Question

What advice would you give to other people?

You aren’t satisfied yet?

Here are my ingredients and personal recommendations for you:

• 🎙️ Podcasts: Fast Food: Bad for the Brain? & Fast Food Additives

• 📚️ Books: Fast Food Nation & Fast Food Genocide

• 📑 Articles: The effects of fast food on the body & Is fast food bad for you?

Thank you for being here 💝 

Looking forward to serving you next week.

Much love,

Benji