It turns out you don't want fries with that. Photo / Getty Images
It turns out you don't want fries with that. Photo / Getty Images
It goes without saying that eating fast food isn't great for you - but there is a way you can ease the guilt somewhat.
Instead of ordering a burger with fries, it's healthier to opt for a second burger, according to a nutritionist.
According to the Daily Mail,this means you're quadrupling your protein, which keeps you full for longer, says Emily Field, who is also a registered dietitian in Minneapolis, Minnesota.
So by swapping the fries for a second burger, you could reduce your overall calorie intake for the rest of the day.
Furthermore, you are reducing the amount of carbohydrates you're consuming. While carbs are important to your health, an excess has been linked to weight gain.
The chips do have a little more saturated fat at 3g compared with 1.5g for the burger.
Carbohydrate directly influences blood sugar levels, so this simple switch could help keep them steady.
This is important for diabetics. In the long run, uncontrolled blood sugar can also damage the vessels that supply blood to important organs, like the heart, kidneys, eyes, and nerves, according the the Mayo Clinic.