Tag Archives: healthy

Fast Food with “Integrity”: A Slideshow

As McDonald’s and other traditional fast-food chains have seen slowing growth in sales, a new generation of fast-food restaurants is gaining popularity. Consider these observations from Julia Moskin, writing for the New York Times: “The numbers were startling: Shares of … Continue reading

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Will New Burger King’s Fries Be “Satisfrying?”

Just like McDonald’s, Burger King has faced a lot of criticism over the health aspects of its menus. So, Burger King is taking a very big step — and introducing French fries with fewer calories and less fat. Will these … Continue reading

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McDonald’s: Healthier Menu Still a Work in Progress

Despite its addition of fruit in children’s meals and other attempts at offering a healthier menu, McDonald’s receives a regular barrage of criticism from consumer and parent groups. It is, after all, still a fast-food chain — and the most … Continue reading

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