As I was running today, I could not stop thinking about McDonald’s french fries and cheeseburgers. (I don’t like McDonalds…my body must be really craving fat!) However, that got me thinking about fast food. We are all busy; sometimes a meal on the run is the only option we have. (or in my case…I just don’t feel like cooking) I did a little research to find the best options for us as we eat on the run. Here are a few:
McDonald's Chicken McNuggets with Sweet 'N Sour Sauce
4 pieces, 220 calories
The sauce is low in calories and sodium.
The sauce is low in calories and sodium.
McDonald's Hamburger
260 calories
This less-than-two-ounce burger is pretty small, so it's one of the diet-friendliest sandwiches in the biz.
This less-than-two-ounce burger is pretty small, so it's one of the diet-friendliest sandwiches in the biz.
McDonald's Egg McMuffin
300 calories
With its lean Canadian-style bacon and English muffin, this breakfast sandwich is a better choice than the 500-calorie Sausage Biscuit with Egg.
With its lean Canadian-style bacon and English muffin, this breakfast sandwich is a better choice than the 500-calorie Sausage Biscuit with Egg.
KFC Mashed Potatoes with Gravy
120 calories
Mashed is always better than fried. Don't worry about the gravy; it adds only a few calories and just half a gram of fat.
Mashed is always better than fried. Don't worry about the gravy; it adds only a few calories and just half a gram of fat.
KFC Original Recipe Drumstick
140 calories
KFC Honey BBQ Sandwich
300 calories
This Southern specialty is actually the lowest-calorie full-size sandwich on the menu.
This Southern specialty is actually the lowest-calorie full-size sandwich on the menu.
Taco Bell Fresco Style Crunchy Taco
150 calories
Pair your taco with a filling side (like beans or rice), so you won't be hungry again before you leave the parking lot.
Pair your taco with a filling side (like beans or rice), so you won't be hungry again before you leave the parking lot.
Taco Bell Fresco Style Grilled Steak Soft Taco
170 calories Taco Bell Fresco Style Tostada
200 calories
Taco Bell Gordita Nacho Cheese -- Chicken
270 calories
Pizza Hut Fit 'N Delicious Pizza with Diced Chicken, Red Onion, and Green Pepper
2 slices, 340 calories
A dietitian's dream: thin crust, lean chicken, and vegetable toppings.
A dietitian's dream: thin crust, lean chicken, and vegetable toppings.
Pizza Hut 12" Veggie Lover's Hand-Tossed Pizza
1 slice, 220 calories
Wendy's Jr. Hamburger
280 calories
Wendy's Large Chili
330 calories
Have a sweet tooth? Here are a few choices on the sweeter side:
McDonald's Vanilla Reduced Fat Ice Cream Cone
150 calories
Taco Bell Cinnamon Twists
160 calories
Wendy's Jr. Frosty
160 calories
5 Disasters to avoid:
2. McDonald's Double Quarter Pounder with Cheese: 730 calories
3. KFC Chicken Pot Pie: 770 calories, 40g fat
4. Burger King Triple Whopper with Cheese: 1,230 calories,
5. Taco Bell Fiesta Taco Salad: 860 calories
Thanks Alison! I always crave food, especially the kind that I don't have to cook.
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