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The Real Truth About Fast Foods and Nutrition

Subject Area:

Elementary

Address/URL:

http://tqjunior.thinkquest.org/4485/

Description:

This ThinkQuest contestant site explores fast food and its relationship to a nutritious diet. Visitors can learn about the origins of fast food - which go back as far as Ancient Egypt. Learn the basics about a nutrition and a healthy diet. Charts compare the nutritional values of various items from America's most popular fast food chains to the recommended daily values of each nutritional group. After all this information, if a student still does not manage to guess correctly in the "Which Meal is Healthier?" section, he or she can always use the meal tips provided for eating a healthy meal at a fast-food restaurant.

How You Can Use This Source:

Find out about carbohydrates, protein, fat, calories and the food pyramid.
Compare the nutritional values of popular fast food items.
Learn to read the fine print in fast food ads.

Go to The Real Truth About Fast Foods and Nutr ition.