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The Talon

The student news site of Los Altos High School in Los Altos, California

The Talon

The student news site of Los Altos High School in Los Altos, California

The Talon

All Foods Are Not Created Equal: Fast Food Facts

We don’t have to make bad choices every time we eat out. Save some pounds with these replacements.

• For cheeseburgers, pick McDonald’s Big Mac, which has 220 fewer calories and 18 fewer grams of fat than a Burger King Whopper.

• Two slices of Domino’s cheese pizza have only 360 calories and 19 grams of fat, while 2 slices of Pizza Hut large cheese pizza have 560 calories and 24 grams of fat.

Before eating:

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• Ask servers not to bring complimentary appetizers like bread or chips. It will cut back carb intake!

• Ask for dressing and sauces on the side instead of on your food. You almost always end up using less.

• Take small bites and eat slowly — it takes the body 10 minutes to feel full.

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