Fast food meals equal whole day’s calories

A burger meal can amount to an adult’s entire daily dietary requirements.

Fast food meals equal whole day’s calories

One third of fast food “kids” burgers have also been found to be larger than regular ones, according to Safefood research.

A standard quarter pounder with bacon and cheese, a regular portion of chips, and a medium soft drink contains about 1,500 calories. The guideline daily amount for an adult male is 2,500 calories and an adult female is 2,000.

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