Yes, fast food corporations like McDonald's are powerful forces in the politics of this nation. Fast food chains are lucrative businesses which are fast growing. It also contributes to our country health problems and increases the cost of health care. In Gladwell's article "The Trouble with Fries" he explains the strategies and tactics fast food franchisers such as McDonald's are utilizing to improve the way food is prepared and promoted. I really wonder about the sincerity and the effectiveness of their efforts. It is clear that the fast food industry is trying to improve its image by offering a healthier menu; however, let's not forget that its ultimate goal is to make a PROFIT. I believe that real change is up to us the consumer by changing our eating habits, eating meals at home, not falling for the enticing advertisements and low food prices. In the end it'll be costly to our health and pockets.
I agree with you 100% on the skepticism you have on the efforts fast food corporations are making. The public, as well as the corporation, are well aware that fast food wrecks havoc on ones body, yet they still consume it. Fast food are commonly known for their high sodium content which affects the liver, trans-fat, high sugar numbers, and the little nutritional value that they pose. They are also well known for the amount of preservative that they pump into their foods. If you take a burger or french fries from any popular fast food restaurants (McDonalds, Burger King, Wendy's) and leave it to decay for 30 days, they barley decompose compare to natural french fries one would find out in the streets of New York. Even though these studies are done for the public to see, they still indulge in it which goes to show that we need to be more educated as a whole and start learning of the dangers from a young age.
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