confronted girl-mcdonalds-ceo we-dont-sell-junk-food
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I think the mother needs to teach her child that cartoon characters are not real and have nothing whatsoever to do with healthy eating. A child that age should already know that. More parenting and less advocating and exploiting might be in order here.0
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Let's say the absolute truth... If eating anything over a long period of time is guaranteed to almost kill you, guess what -- it's junk food...
That is what McDonalds food is junk as far as I'm concerned... And by the way, I am not lazy... I workout five to six days a week... I know one thing I can go through an hour Zumba or cardiodance workout better than most of you...0 -
Let's say the absolute truth... If eating anything over a long period of time is guaranteed to almost kill you, guess what -- it's junk food...
That is what McDonalds food is junk as far as I'm concerned...
"guaranteed to almost kill you" Does that mean we get money back if we actually die?
ETA: No way you could out Zumba me.0 -
I can understand that a parent wants to be an advocate of "healthy"eating to their children, but personally I think a 9 year old is too young to be blasting the CEO of McDonalds. Especially when she has to be coached by the mother... It's almost like the mother is allowing her daughter to learn at an early age how to bully people into believe that her ways are the BEST ways.
"Robertson’s mother Kia, 36, is an activist with the group Corporate Accountability International, and an avid food blogger who involves her daughter in a series of YouTube videos about healthy eating. She helped coach her daughter through the confrontation."
Personally, I agree, everything in moderation. Is McDonald's the healthiest choice around? Probably not, but they do try to make varieties of foods that are healthier. If you don't like it, don't want to eat it, then don't. No one is making you walk in the restaurant or the drive thru FORCING you to eat the food.
But there's a lot to be said about parent's responsibility in teaching the kids the importance of trying new foods. There are kids out there that only like to eat Chicken Nuggets, French Fries, Macaroni and Cheese because 1) it's an easy meal to make 2) kids are picky 3) or as parents we work and are trucking kids to a variety of locations and it's a quick fix on the go.
I'm fortunate that my kids love their fruits and veggies and trade off the french fries in favor of the apple slices when they do get the "treat" of going to McDonalds.
A friend of mine, now an adult never had Chinese, Italian, Indian etc go to nandos or a Chinese restaurant had he would have steak! Never cooked at home. Now married I hope.he eats more.0 -
:laugh: Wording's a bit off there. Kind of made me think of this:Let's say the absolute truth... If eating anything over a long period of time is guaranteed to almost kill you, guess what -- it's junk food...
That is what McDonalds food is junk as far as I'm concerned...
"guaranteed to almost kill you" Does that mean we get money back if we actually die?
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Let's say the absolute truth... If eating anything over a long period of time is guaranteed to almost kill you, guess what -- it's junk food...
That is what McDonalds food is junk as far as I'm concerned... And by the way, I am not lazy... I workout five to six days a week... I know one thing I can go through an hour Zumba or cardiodance workout better than most of you...
Anything in excess over a long period of time will kill you. If I only ate lettuce I'd die of starvation and lack of nutrients. ;-)
I don't understand what your lack of laziness has to do with this thread.0 -
I just read the article.
The 9 yr old incorporated in her story
1.her mother teaches her healthy eating habits and they do cooking videos
This little Girl has a passion for cooking and is healthy
I do not believe her mother "made" her say anything.
2. The Ceo included that his children also ate at McDonald's
He is also trying to incorporate more healthy options.
SO WHAT IS YOUR POINT PPL? You have to find fault with something? I guess misery loves company.0 -
I just read the article.
The 9 yr old incorporated in her story
1.her mother teaches her healthy eating habits and they do cooking videos
This little Girl has a passion for cooking and is healthy
I do not believe her mother "made" her say anything.
2. The Ceo included that his children also ate at McDonald's
He is also trying to incorporate more healthy options.
SO WHAT IS YOUR POINT PPL? You have to find fault with something? I guess misery loves company.
An example of the issue is that she states that people are talking against is '“Something I don’t think is fair is when big companies try to trick kids into eating food that isn’t good for them by using toys and cartoon characters,” . That and the CSPI statements.
Most of us aren't saying that they're not doing efforts and that the child isn't showing a good example with her cooking videos. It's the stating that establishments 'trick' kids, that's the issue.
Kids aren't 'tricked' into eating food because of toys. They are inticed to go to establishments like McDonald's by these toys, but what they eat is the responsibility of the parents, not the restaurants responsibility. You can go to McD's and have healthier food choices than a burger and fries and soda. It's the parents responsibility to feed their children those better foods, it's not 'tricking' anyone. It's also not McDonald's fault that parent's chose to feed their children there... it's the parent's decision to feed the kids nutritious food.0 -
I think its total BS! Since when it is up to the retailers to monitor what our children are eating??? the last time I looked that's why we are the PARENTS! McDonalds has made some great changes to their menus to ensure for healthier eating0
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It is not just nutrition people! Most parents in America (and yes I am American) do not teach their children any proper life skills. That is why our prison system is over loaded. Ask any body under 40 who is on probation or just got out of jail/prison. 9 out of 10 of them blame the state,lawyer or police officer. They do not realize that they did wrong to start with. Just like a 3 year old screaming "your mean" when you tell them no.0
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If you drink to much water it could kill you. by your defintion water is "junk food"Let's say the absolute truth... If eating anything over a long period of time is guaranteed to almost kill you, guess what -- it's junk food...0 -
We used to go to McDonald's about every other Saturday. It certainly was not why I got fat. There was plenty of other behavior more damaging than a burger and fries every couple of weeks.
Now, I am breaking the bad habits around portion size and food selection. But that doesn't mean I don't occasionally have a burger and fries and fit it in on an extra activity day so it's a guilt free experience.
Moderation. Personal responsibility. Try it.0 -
I think that people should take personal responsibility for themselves and their children.
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If you drink to much water it could kill you. by your defintion water is "junk food"Let's say the absolute truth... If eating anything over a long period of time is guaranteed to almost kill you, guess what -- it's junk food...
If you drink too much water all at once. But over a long period of time, water will not kill you. McD's will.0 -
in moderation mcd will not kill you over time.
If you drink to much water it could kill you. by your defintion water is "junk food"Let's say the absolute truth... If eating anything over a long period of time is guaranteed to almost kill you, guess what -- it's junk food...
If you drink too much water all at once. But over a long period of time, water will not kill you. McD's will.
I think we are forgeting about a certain individual. "Don Gorske"
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Don_Gorske0 -
Sure, treat your kids to mcdonalds once and a while, big deal?
It's an issue though when thats all they are eating - fatty, processed foods.
Take some damn responsability for yourself and your children.
^^ THIS. Also remember, most McD's have playgrounds for your children to play after they eat. I'd much rather take a child to McD's and let them play on the playground for 30 minutes after, then feed them pizza rolls and corn dogs and let them watch TV all day.
Don't let that fool you! Those playgrounds are a marketing ploy to have your child scream to stop there. There are playgrounds mostly in inner city mcdonald's, not in more affluent areas. It is not only a way to get your kid in there, but to get you to stay and keep getting more food. It is disgusting. Yes, there is always personal accountability, but don't give McD a bunch of credit for being socially responsible.
You know... I wasn't gonna reply BUT..... This is just all around BAD parenting. If you kid screams for something, they shouldn't get it. Mom is an attention *kitten*, and is pushing it on baby girl. I have an 8 year old son we are "healthy and strong" 95% of the time, but every once in a while its to MCD to get "fat and happy". Its all about raising your babies to KNOW the difference.... so they can raise their babies to KNOW the difference. I have had friends (remember.. TX...SOUTH) who wouldn't eat any veg except "French fires, ketchup and pickles" because the food we eat has all the added vitamins and minerals!! wow.... and their parents had gastric bypass... and are still pretty dang big, but they can't help it because they all got the "fat" gene.... education = success... RANT OVER... sorry:flowerforyou:0 -
Pretty sure that's not statistical fact. There are many reasons our prison system is overloaded that have nothing to do with how many parents taught their kids not to lie, cheat, steal and kill.Most parents in America (and yes I am American) do not teach their children any proper life skills. That is why our prison system is over loaded.
Not their parents. It's about personal responsiblity, not blaming someone else. They know damn well its their own fault. They blame someone else because they can.Ask any body under 40 who is on probation or just got out of jail/prison. 9 out of 10 of them blame the state,lawyer or police officer. They do not realize that they did wrong to start with.
Working at Burger King for 20 years is not why I got fat. I got fat because I was too stupid to burn off the calories I was eating and didn't understand nutrition. Now I know better. Moderation, moderation, moderation!0 -
The parents should have taught them to take responsibility for their own actions!:noway:0
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ex·ploi·ta·tion (ksploi-tshn)
n.
1. The act of employing to the greatest possible advantage: exploitation of copper deposits.
2. Utilization of another person or group for selfish purposes: exploitation of unwary consumers.
3. An advertising or a publicity program.0 -
in moderation mcd will not kill you over time.
If you drink to much water it could kill you. by your defintion water is "junk food"Let's say the absolute truth... If eating anything over a long period of time is guaranteed to almost kill you, guess what -- it's junk food...
If you drink too much water all at once. But over a long period of time, water will not kill you. McD's will.
I think we are forgeting about a certain individual. "Don Gorske"
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Don_Gorske
Well we are not talking about moderation. Read the above posts again if you need clarity.0 -
That mother is literally using her daughter like a tool to further her own agenda, that's really the only interesting thing I read in that article. Using a child as some sort of weapon (because people notice if it is a child instead of some random woman) for things she likely doesn't fully understand, she can only repeat what her mother has told her to.1
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That mother is literally using her daughter like a tool to further her own agenda, that's really the only interesting thing I read in that article. Using a child as some sort of weapon (because people notice if it is a child instead of some random woman) for things she likely doesn't fully understand, she can only repeat what her mother has told her to.
Absolutely agree. And if someone's nutty enough to use their kid for something like this, they're in no position to complain about a burger joint giving little toys with a happy meal.0 -
The whole "Can you stop tricking kids into eating your food?" made me want to punch a wall. It was uppity, and quite frankly, parents can choose not to bring their kids to McDonald's. Those sounded like words that her mother made her say.
I think it'd be fine to add some more healthy items to the menu, though.
I agree with this thought. There is some truth to the girl/mother's statement, but that is not McDonald's fault. If people did not buy it then McD would not be able to sell it. Personally I get real tired of people like this trying to dictate to others how to live.
I eat at McDs a couple times a week, I really enjoy the Southwest Salad and parfaits. It is not the restaurant that is bad, but instead the person who overindulges who is responsible for the consequences of their own diet.0 -
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That story was annoying. :noway:
McDonald's "happy meals" brings back some fun memories from childhood. Loved it then and love it now. (smoothies, mini parfaits, fries, iced coffees, soft serve, mmmm...) Honestly, I would choose McD's over a variety of other restaurants and fast food joints, for both taste AND health reasons. Anything I could say about the mother and daughter has already been said.0 -
Meh.
Disclaimer: I didn't watch the video. I can't hear and I didn't bother checking to see if it was captioned because most Internet videos aren't. I got the gist from reading all of your comments.
I could care less that mom has her kid doing the video. I don't buy that it is forced. My kids beg to make videos. They like doing digital stuff. Did she ask and coach? Probably. Did she force her? I doubt it. It was probably a fun project for the kid. As for the mom pushing her beliefs on the kid, we all do that as parents. That's our job actually.
As for removing the toy, while I understand the reason behind the suggestion of removing the toy, I would be sad to see it go. Other than parks, many towns don't have many kid friendly options for entertainment while parents relax. This, in my opinion, is a bigger draw to McD's for me than the toy.
I don't know that I have really strong feelings one way or another at this point but I laughed at the CEO's comment that it is not junk food. Yes, they are trying to offer some healthier options, but let's get real--it is junk food.0 -
I agree. We all know cigarettes are bad for us and wouldn't give them to children. Mac D's and all it's counterparts are high in fat, sugar and salt, it's highly processed garbage. Excessive consumption will lead to diabetes, stroke and heart attacks. It should have a health warning on the box.
I don't know where you're from, but over here in the UK, Macdonalds bugers have the ingredients of beef and salt/pepper. That in my eyes is not 'highly processed garbage', its the same as what I put in my burgers at home. I generally dont eat macdonalds, because I prefer to cook my own burgers, but it certainly is NOTHING like giving a child cigarettes. Thats the silliest thing Ive heard all day.0 -
My thoughts exactly. Teaching your kid to be a jerk is no better than teaching her to eat unhealthy food.I can understand that a parent wants to be an advocate of "healthy"eating to their children, but personally I think a 9 year old is too young to be blasting the CEO of McDonalds. Especially when she has to be coached by the mother... It's almost like the mother is allowing her daughter to learn at an early age how to bully people into believe that her ways are the BEST ways.0 -
Didn't you just reject binging on water? Stick to your argument.
in moderation mcd will not kill you over time.
If you drink to much water it could kill you. by your defintion water is "junk food"Let's say the absolute truth... If eating anything over a long period of time is guaranteed to almost kill you, guess what -- it's junk food...
If you drink too much water all at once. But over a long period of time, water will not kill you. McD's will.
I think we are forgeting about a certain individual. "Don Gorske"
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Don_Gorske
Well we are not talking about moderation. Read the above posts again if you need clarity.0 -
I agree. We all know cigarettes are bad for us and wouldn't give them to children. Mac D's and all it's counterparts are high in fat, sugar and salt, it's highly processed garbage. Excessive consumption will lead to diabetes, stroke and heart attacks. It should have a health warning on the box.
I don't know where you're from, but over here in the UK, Macdonalds bugers have the ingredients of beef and salt/pepper. That in my eyes is not 'highly processed garbage', its the same as what I put in my burgers at home. I generally dont eat macdonalds, because I prefer to cook my own burgers, but it certainly is NOTHING like giving a child cigarettes. Thats the silliest thing Ive heard all day.
International McDonald's and U.S. McD's are quite different. If you look at the ingredients in Kraft Mac & Cheese here vs. there you would be shocked. The UK does not allow for most of the artificial dyes/coloring and preservatives that is in everything here. I can't C/P on my phone, but just the ingredient list for a McD bun is over 25 ingredients when in reality it only takes 3 ingredients to make bread. Your govt won't allow distribution of that kind of food, so the companies change to continue to sell there. Unfortunately, they won't just "do the right thing" for everyone. If they can make it cheaper, and last longer, they will.0
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