| > | | | | other favorite), isn'tgoing to hurt all that much. But |
| We can continue to kid ourselves and vow never | | | | if you want to reduce thefat, calories, and guilt |
| to eatanother fast food meal again, and really, this | | | | that come with such indulgences, makebetter |
| time meanit, get real! We're hungry and in a hurry, | | | | choices. |
| and lets face it;crave those hot, salty fries and | | | | Don't supersize |
| great tasting burgers. | | | | I guarantee you will be full and satisfied without |
| We give in, devour these conveniently quick | | | | stuffingin those extra 20 or so french fries. |
| served valuemeals from the local fast food joint | | | | Lose the cheese |
| found on every othercorner, and with in minutes, | | | | Ask for lettuce, tomatoes, pickles and onions to |
| satisfaction. | | | | garnishyour burger or sandwich. |
| Then it hits you. How many calories, how much | | | | Hold the mayo and "special sauce" |
| fat, andwe do this every time we go to the mall, | | | | Although loaded with taste, also loaded with fat. |
| (we know shoppingand lunch go hand and hand) | | | | Go for the grilled chicken instead of the burger |
| and every time cooking seemsto become a | | | | The obvious low fat choice. |
| undesirable task. How do we allow that | | | | If you want the burger, select the smaller size |
| seducingaroma and instant gratification take over | | | | Skip the double or triple deal. |
| again? | | | | Consider ordering a baked potato or salad |
| Luckily, over the past few years' fast food | | | | A great side and filling alternative to the fries |
| restaurants finallygotta clue. They now offer | | | | oronion rings. Pass up on the fried food. |
| some healthier, yet still tastyalternatives; grilled | | | | Drink water, or if that is too boring, a small soda |
| chicken sandwiches, broiled burgers,delicious salads, | | | | You don't need to consume those extra |
| and pitas stuffed with fresh vegetables. | | | | caloriesthat comes with soda, and no re-fills. |
| Life in the fast food lane does not have to mean | | | | There really are no surprises. We all know the |
| life in thefat lane anymore. With a little knowledge | | | | menus. |
| and willpower,we can put our best fork forward, | | | | If you're on the go, don't have time to prepare |
| and still enjoy the luxuryof fast food. | | | | your ownhealthy food, or just want something |
| Eating a meal or two at Burger King, (which by | | | | quick to satisfy yourhunger, careful choices can |
| the way ismy favorite), or Taco Bell, (which is my | | | | make all the difference. |