Mcdonalds.

oh_donaa
oh_donaa Posts: 5
in Health and Weight Loss
I know Mcdonalds should be out of the question, but is there anything in Mcdonalds that I can eat that's no so bad. That's the only place to eat by my job.
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  • nebulinda
    nebulinda Posts: 120 Member
    You can find a PDF of their nutrition information to download here: http://www.mcdonalds.com/us/en/food/food_quality/nutrition_choices.html

    But really, the best thing for you to do would be to pack your own lunch and bring it everyday. That way you know exactly what you're eating and you can make sure it's healthy.
  • oh_donaa
    oh_donaa Posts: 5
    Thank You :)
  • slynn28
    slynn28 Posts: 93
    mmmhmmmm i love mcdz..havent had any in like 3mths going on 4... im sure a salad is good... grilled chicken...i knw their fries are the best fries to eat compared to other places like sonic and DQ (if you have one in your location lol)
  • charisma103
    charisma103 Posts: 37
    I would recommend packing your lunch and bringing it to work if possible, as McDonald's is not a healthy daily lunch alternative. Fast food consumption should be minimized, for overall health issues.

    If you do go there, I would stick with their Yogurt Parfait, Apple Dippers, or Salads (be careful of the dressings, as these sometimes have more calories than the salad itself). Also, ensure if you are ordering a chicken topped salad, that it is grilled and not crispy.

    You can go to their website and play around with their "Bag a Meal" feature. This lets you customize potential meal options, and can help you make better choices based on your diet needs.
  • angeldaae
    angeldaae Posts: 348 Member
    When I eat at McDonald's, I get the bacon ranch chicken salad, with grilled chicken. If I remember correctly, it is 230 calories (not including dressing). I use my own light ranch dressing instead of using any that McD's offers, but their dressings do come in packets with the nutritional information on the label.
  • mandamama
    mandamama Posts: 250
    they also have wraps there, you could order a grilled chicken wrap?
  • amyallenstockwell
    amyallenstockwell Posts: 26 Member
    I think looking over the nutritionals is a great idea. BEFORE you go. You can get a feel for what options you have and you might be surprised. I always get the yogurt parfait and plain grilled chicken sandwich. However, if you feel like you have to have a cheeseburger and fries, get the kids meal. Portion control when you aren't in control.
  • grinch031
    grinch031 Posts: 1,679
    McDonalds has both healthy and unhealthy options. If you can't pick the healthy options because there is too much temptation that's understandable and you should limit the frequency in which you eat there.
  • Nastasha915
    Nastasha915 Posts: 124 Member
    I think in moderation, and if you make good choices while there, you can eat at mcdonalds occasionally. We only have a subway where I work, and fortunately it is a healthy option, but only if you make good choices. They have some pretty heavy sandwhiches there. But somedays I just don't feel like preparing my lunch ahead of time, so I'll look up their nutrition facts and make a healthy sandwich. Just look up some good options ahead of time, so if you ever feel like stopping by, you'll know what to order.
  • fishes305
    fishes305 Posts: 20 Member
    4 piece chicken nugget kids meal with a diet drink is just under 300 calories. Thats what I eat when I don't have another option.
  • omma_to_3
    omma_to_3 Posts: 3,265 Member
    Chicken nuggets are OK and still feel like a 'treat'. I've been craving filet of fish lately so I order one without cheese (it's fresher too that way!) and then only eat 3/4 of it. That is about 255 calories. That's all I get though. That and water. Just had that for dinner last night with the kids LOL.
  • cmaxmor
    cmaxmor Posts: 231 Member
    I get a grilled chicken sandwich without mayo. Then I throw away the top bun and add mustard. I usually cannot resist a small fry, but I immediatly throw half of those away.
  • lightweight9973
    lightweight9973 Posts: 4
    you could take one of their salads they're very light :)
  • eryka86
    eryka86 Posts: 78 Member
    I think a sald will work ask for light dressing
  • tigersword
    tigersword Posts: 8,059 Member
    I know Mcdonalds should be out of the question, but is there anything in Mcdonalds that I can eat that's no so bad. That's the only place to eat by my job.
    McDonald's is NEVER out of the question.
  • lukeout007
    lukeout007 Posts: 1,237 Member
    Filet O'Fish is around 300 cals I think. I get mine without tartar so its a bit less.

    Filet O'Fish and small fries is barely over 500 cals.
  • vahine03
    vahine03 Posts: 214 Member
    Salads, Wraps, or even a cheeseburger (which i go for). You could have oatmeal. Not all McDonalds are the same. So i'm not sure if they have oatmeal there. Oatmeal helps.
  • 19danno77
    19danno77 Posts: 84
    Crispy chicken off the value menu is only 360 calories. Get your beef on with the double cheeseburger for 440 calories. Wendy's value menu has a better mix of small calorie burgers that offer bacon or lettuce/tomato. I'd suggest you order the sandwich you want without condiments and take it home dress it up with lettuce, tomato, low-fat mayo, mustard, or BBQ/hot sauce.
  • jnh17
    jnh17 Posts: 838 Member
    I ate there last week. I got two wraps with no sauce or cheese and it was around 200 calories each. Not bad!
  • BrianSharpe
    BrianSharpe Posts: 9,248 Member

    But really, the best thing for you to do would be to pack your own lunch and bring it everyday. That way you know exactly what you're eating and you can make sure it's healthy.

    ^^ this and you'll probably save money too.
  • mrssmith636
    mrssmith636 Posts: 80 Member
    When I do get McDonalds, I order the grilled chicken snack wrap. They are pretty tasty for fast food.
  • 19danno77
    19danno77 Posts: 84
    Oh, and if you get fries, get a small...that's the size they used to be when Americans were skinny. It's not that McDonald's is bad, it's that the portions are out of line with what a body NEEDS. Get the small things and it's cheap, easy-to-find, mediocre food that's just fine for you.
  • ldalbello
    ldalbello Posts: 207 Member
    I always get the Thai salad with grilled chicken. It comes with dressing but I find that you don't need any as the chicken is saucy enough so its only 250 cals.
  • Aureilie
    Aureilie Posts: 213 Member
    When I go to McDonalds I get the Mac Snack Wrap. 360 calories, lets me feel like I'm eating a cheeseburger and is filling enough to be a meal for me.
  • TomTommietje
    TomTommietje Posts: 6
    For me I get a grilled chicken ceasar salad and 6 chicken nuggets
  • Raquelx90
    Raquelx90 Posts: 24
    There are a decent number of healthy options at McDonald's, calories wise. I go there once or twice a week for lunch or dinner. After an hour of moderate/intense cardio and strength training, I'm tired and some nights I don't feel up to cooking.

    The only downsides are that it is somewhat costly if you go on a regular basis. Not to mention the sodium (!) in most of the items. Sometimes just one or two items will send you more than halfway over your sodium goal for the day.

    *Grilled Chicken Snack Wraps
    *Grilled Chicken Sandwiches (No mayo, no bacon and no bun to cut extra calories)
    *Premium Chicken Salads (Grilled, no croutons/corn chips/dressing to cut extra calories)
    *Side Salad

    That's pretty much it.
  • fitnesspirateninja
    fitnesspirateninja Posts: 667 Member
    I feel inclined to answer since I'm inside a McDonald's in my profile picture. I don't actually eat there very often, but I think a regular hamburger with apple slices and water is an okay meal.
  • Raddichio
    Raddichio Posts: 163 Member
    I've always hated McDonald's food, but in recent years I've ended up there and discovered something really good. I love their Southwest salad with grilled chicken. You don't need the dressing, but I usually have at least 1/2 of the dressing with my salad. I find it very filling.
  • rowyourboat
    rowyourboat Posts: 125 Member
    When I have had to go there recently, I've gotten the oatmeal with fruit and no brown sugar. It's pretty good I guess.
  • kiranicsmom
    kiranicsmom Posts: 63 Member
    If I have to do McDonald's, which I try to avoid at all costs, I get the grilled chicken, bacon "ranch" salad. I substitute the low fat vinaigrette dressing and don't eat the croutons. It ends up being about 300 calories total but it is HIGH in sodium from the dressing and the chicken seasoning.

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