I myself enjoy fast food from time to time mostly for the french fries that come with my meal. With that said I wondered how some fast food meals add up when compared to others meals, sides and drinks. I came across this article on the US health news website that listed some statistics on how certain kids meals compared to others at various fast food restaurants. The article also talks about how much advertisement goes in to major fast food restaurants like Burger king, McDonald's, Wendy's and taco bell compared to newly created more nutritious options such as subway. The article discusses the current obesity epidemic and how it is effecting younger kids. Some states are even trying to cut down on their fast food advertisements to try and keep kids from choosing the unhealthier option. Another topic discussed was taking the toys out of kids meals that do not contain a nutritious meal. Toys are put in the meals to attract kids which in turn leads to more unhealthy and overweight children. The article was very interesting and did offer some ideas that could end up helping reduce obesity in children.
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I think it is a good idea to limit advertising and toys for fast food. I think there is marketing overload on unhealthy foods and fast food restaurants and that needs to stop. If children are spending more time watching tv than being active, they are more likely subjected to these advertisements. Also, I don't think it's right for fast food chains to distribute toys with unhealthy meals because that is only promoting buying their meals. No wonder the United States has an increasing epidemic of childhood obesity!
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