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EPISODE · May 7, 2025 · 19 MIN

Episode 4: The Dark Side of Fast Food

from The Bitter Truth About Food Podcast · host Brad Young

Did you know that the average fast-food meal can pack enough calories to meet or even exceed your daily recommended intake? According to the National Center for Health Research, those juicy burgers, salty fries, and creamy milkshakes can clock in at over 2,000 calories in a single sitting. That’s your entire day’s worth, gone in minutes. And yet, millions of us consume these meals regularly. But what are the hidden costs to our health? That’s exactly what we’re unpacking today. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Did you know that the average fast-food meal can pack enough calories to meet or even exceed your daily recommended intake? According to the National Center for Health Research, those juicy burgers, salty fries, and creamy milkshakes can clock in at over 2,000 calories in a single sitting. That’s your entire day’s worth, gone in minutes. And yet, millions of us consume these meals regularly. But what are the hidden costs to our health? That’s exactly what we’re unpacking today. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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