Fast Food; are there any heathy choices?
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I don't know if this was already said anywhere in the thread, but Subway isn't even really THAT healthy for you (depending on how you regard "healthy")
I worked at Subway for 3 years, and the only truly healthy parts of their stuff are the fresh veggies (tomato, cucumber, onion, green pepper - I'm not including lettuce because it's sometimes iffy) - most of the meats and the "regular" cheese are entirely processed. If processed is okay with you, then eat away! After working and eating Subway almost every day for 3 years, I can really taste the difference between one of their sandwiches and making my own (my own made with the same ingredients I find makes me feel fuller and more nourished without the blah after feeling of processed foods, but that might just be me).
If you have time, try and Google any healthy fast food or organic places, or look up places on urbanspoon for prices and reviews. I find the little-known places are often the healthiest! I know I discovered a place called Green Rebel where I live in Ottawa (Canada, just incase ) which you can buy salads, soups and sandwiches, all organic and freshly made right in front of you. I like it best when my meal is made right in front of me so I can specifically ask for certain things and avoid others.
Good luck on your healthy fast food search!0 -
No food is inherently unhealthy. This includes fast food.
^^agree!
Oh gesus. Here we go again. Saying it and agreeing with it does not make it true.
Yall know about all the crap that goes into the "almost meat" and chicken nuggets right? If you do not mind chemical laden foods then hey, that is your prerogative but please, do not try to pass that crap off as healthy, because it is not. And there are dozens of scientific reports stating this as well.
Pay attention to the truth instead of wanting to justify eating crap.
http://www.criticalbench.com/unhealthy_fast_food.htm
Well instead of spreading propaganda with an editorial article I"ll give you some actual scientific studies.
Consider this study showing that “reduced-calorie diets result in clinically meaningful weight loss regardless of which macronutrients they emphasize.” - http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/19246357
Or perhaps this study which found “diets differing substantially in glycemic load induce comparable long-term weight loss.”- http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/17413101
Results of Professor Mark Haub who lost 27lbs and improved markers of health while eating a diet consisting of Twinkies.
http://www.cnn.com/2010/HEALTH/11/08/twinkie.diet.professor/index.html
Flexible dieting
http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/11707550
Plus some decent articles here:
http://dynamicduotraining.com/wordpress/15-nutrition-myths-you-want-to-knowallow-the-experts-to-tell/
Carry on with your needless demonizing.
LOL, cnn and wordpress are not credible sources, but if you would like some, here you go:
http://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2012/03/120330081352.htm
http://cordis.europa.eu/fetch?CALLER=EN_NEWS&ACTION=D&RCN=34469
http://www.webmd.com/parenting/news/20101107/fast-food-kids-meals-still-unhealthy
http://news.yale.edu/2010/11/08/fast-food-restaurants-dish-unhealthy-marketing-youth-researchers-release-unprecedented-re
Now for those of you that do not have any health risks or diseases, then by all means, if you think fast food is good for you that is your prerogative
I have an auto immune disease, I know that cutting out processed and refined foods cut my chronic pain levels IN HALF. Now no one can tell me that processed or refined food is not bad for you if it not eating it makes me better....period.
The unfortunate thing about eating crappy food is that no one takes issue with it until they get sick.
For REAL knowledge and science based facts, there is a FREE on line nutrition course on Coursera. All that anyone has
to do is just watch the Youtube lectures to learn facts, no need to take the tests if there is no interest.
https://www.coursera.org/
And yes, I shall and will continue demonizing foods that are bad for us. Through my "demonizing" I have helped hundreds of people get healthy and helped dozens of families be more aware of what they are putting in their bodies. I am fortunate to be able to do this, for free and have been blessed beyond measure for doing so. I am bound and determined to change the world, one fork at a time.
Respect!!!! It highly irritates me when people don't take things like that seriously. It's not demonizing or fear-mongering, it's the hard truth that no one really wants to hear.0 -
No food is inherently unhealthy. This includes fast food.
^^agree!
Oh gesus. Here we go again. Saying it and agreeing with it does not make it true.
Yall know about all the crap that goes into the "almost meat" and chicken nuggets right? If you do not mind chemical laden foods then hey, that is your prerogative but please, do not try to pass that crap off as healthy, because it is not. And there are dozens of scientific reports stating this as well.
Pay attention to the truth instead of wanting to justify eating crap.
http://www.criticalbench.com/unhealthy_fast_food.htm
Well instead of spreading propaganda with an editorial article I"ll give you some actual scientific studies.
Consider this study showing that “reduced-calorie diets result in clinically meaningful weight loss regardless of which macronutrients they emphasize.” - http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/19246357
Or perhaps this study which found “diets differing substantially in glycemic load induce comparable long-term weight loss.”- http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/17413101
Results of Professor Mark Haub who lost 27lbs and improved markers of health while eating a diet consisting of Twinkies.
http://www.cnn.com/2010/HEALTH/11/08/twinkie.diet.professor/index.html
Flexible dieting
http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/11707550
Plus some decent articles here:
http://dynamicduotraining.com/wordpress/15-nutrition-myths-you-want-to-knowallow-the-experts-to-tell/
Carry on with your needless demonizing.
LOL, cnn and wordpress are not credible sources, but if you would like some, here you go:
http://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2012/03/120330081352.htm
http://cordis.europa.eu/fetch?CALLER=EN_NEWS&ACTION=D&RCN=34469
http://www.webmd.com/parenting/news/20101107/fast-food-kids-meals-still-unhealthy
http://news.yale.edu/2010/11/08/fast-food-restaurants-dish-unhealthy-marketing-youth-researchers-release-unprecedented-re
Now for those of you that do not have any health risks or diseases, then by all means, if you think fast food is good for you that is your prerogative
I have an auto immune disease, I know that cutting out processed and refined foods cut my chronic pain levels IN HALF. Now no one can tell me that processed or refined food is not bad for you if it not eating it makes me better....period.
The unfortunate thing about eating crappy food is that no one takes issue with it until they get sick.
For REAL knowledge and science based facts, there is a FREE on line nutrition course on Coursera. All that anyone has
to do is just watch the Youtube lectures to learn facts, no need to take the tests if there is no interest.
https://www.coursera.org/
And yes, I shall and will continue demonizing foods that are bad for us. Through my "demonizing" I have helped hundreds of people get healthy and helped dozens of families be more aware of what they are putting in their bodies. I am fortunate to be able to do this, for free and have been blessed beyond measure for doing so. I am bound and determined to change the world, one fork at a time.
Respect!!!! It highly irritates me when people don't take things like that seriously. It's not demonizing or fear-mongering, it's the hard truth that no one really wants to hear.
Actually I posted peer-reviewed studies and articles by industry experts that linked additional studies.0 -
Yes...to not eat it0
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Yes...to not eat it
That's how I feel about vegetables.0 -
I live in Denver, so here are a few good places to try:
-Jimmy Johns
-Chipotle
-Qdoba
-Larkburger
-Mad Greens
-Choppers
-Greens
-Wahoo's Fish Taco
-Panera
-Udi's
-Noodles & Company
That's all I can think of off the top of my head. Add me if you want any more Denver tips0 -
Yes...to not eat it
That's how I feel about vegetables.
Too bad0 -
Pita Pit is so good! I wish there were more in my area. Taco Bell has lighter options.0
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Large chicken shish with salad and no sauce.0
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There is a Native Foods location in Boulder Colorado that I would highly recommend! Plus they have beer and wine. And I'm pretty sure it's 100% kosher. It's definitely organic and fast food.
Link to their menu: http://www.nativefoods.com/menu/BOU-MENU-0413_fry.pdf0 -
No food is inherently unhealthy. This includes fast food.
But many foods are certainly healthier by many standards (chemical enhancements, nturient density, energy, etc) that matter to many.
I swear people just can't get over that some people don't consider fast food to be healthy in their terms.0 -
I'm a big fan of Chipotle - everything is fresh and locally grown/raised and no fillers added - supposedly. I build my own salad and they have all of the nutrition information right online.0
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As a bunch of other people said Chipotle is awesome for "healthier" options. Everything they offer has a boat load of sodium but you can't have your cake and eat it to! If you find an In and Out Burger they have a bunless option and they use quality ingredients as well.0
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That does sound good. I don't think I've been to Chipotle's before.
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:sad: why do that to pinto beans!!!!!?
Thanks for the heads up on that. :drinker:0 -
If you have a basic knowledge on what constitutes a good food choice you should be able to walk into any "fast food" restaurant and create a reasonably healthy meal. Of course you will drive them nuts by special ordering your meal but so what, its their job.
One of my favorites is Salsaritas. I order the small bowl w/ no rice or cheese but black beans, chicken, veggies and guacamole. Its under 300cal.
Burger King has a veggie burger but their grilled chicken salad has less fat and calories.
Tim Hortons has an egg white, whole wheat english muffin sandwich for breakfast. Beats out all other menu choices.
Most restaurants will have their nutritional information on line. I will often go to the sites and "pre order" my meals in my head so I know exactly what I'm consuming calorie/fat wise.
Knowledge is power!0 -
To answer the original question - chipotle is always a decent go to. Salads or bol's,
I would say this!0 -
To answer the original question - chipotle is always a decent go to. Salads or bol's,
I found a Chipotle right next to the hospital so I think I will give them a shot tomorrow. Thanks for the ideas.0 -
As a bunch of other people said Chipotle is awesome for "healthier" options. Everything they offer has a boat load of sodium but you can't have your cake and eat it to! If you find an In and Out Burger they have a bunless option and they use quality ingredients as well.
Does anyone even care about sodium anymore?
Also, I had Chipotle today. SOGOOD0 -
Does anyone even care about sodium anymore?
Oh yes, definitely. I do.0 -
I always like when people say "healthy" choices. I by no means eat clean diet, eat McDonald's and Taco Bell at least once a week, and yet somehow meeting my macros, my diet is considered "healthy".
Over consumption of any macro will inherently lead to fat gain, and may cause health issues. Fast food places have HIGH CALORIE meals. Get a meal and split it with someone for half the calories.
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Totally agree with you! I always share a fast food meal with hubby... The best way to halve the calories and not end up feeling guilty indulging in the tasty but not so healthy meals.. )0
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