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Post by Lloyd Dev on Feb 9, 2006 8:42:42 GMT -5
Something to think about the next time you order some french fries. We knew they were already high in trans fats, but to think McFries are even higher, don't super-size that order!
Lloyd Dev
More Fat In McFries Disclosed New Nutritional Measurements Alter McDonald's Report
CHICAGO -- McDonald's french fries just got fatter thanks to a new nutritional measurement.
The Oak Brook-based company says its fries contain a third more trans fats than previously thought. The world's largest restaurant today cited results of a new testing method it began using in December.
That means the level of potentially artery-clogging trans fat in a portion of large fries is eight grams, up from six, with total fat increasing to 30 grams from 25.
Often used by restaurants and in packaged foods, trans fats are thought to cause cholesterol problems and increase the risk of heart disease.
The disclosure comes as McDonald's starts rolling out packaging for its menu items that contain facts about nutritional content.
The fast-food industry has come under pressure from consumer groups and the government to provide more information.
AP
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