McDonald’s
Note: Based intake on RIs
Worst breakfast
Pancakes & Sausage with Syrup (612kcal, 16.0g fat, 4.6g sat fat, 96.0g carbs, 41.0g sugars, protein 20.0g)
Toffee Latte Large (232kcal, 7.5g fat, 4.8g sat fat, 31.0g carbs, 29.0g sugar, 10.0g protein)
Tamara said: “While it’s a truly comforting option, this combination includes around 70g of sugar and 127g of carbohydrate which equates to roughly two thirds and half of your recommended daily intake respectively. It’s not to say that they can’t be enjoyed occasionally, although it’s recommended to make these indulgent options an occasional enjoyment as opposed to a regular part of your diet.”
Worst main
Bacon Clubhouse Double with Large Fries (1111kcal, 60.0g fat, 17.0 sat fat, 91.0g carbs, 7.4g sugars, 45.4g protein)
Large Vanilla Milkshake (469kcal, 9.0g fat, 6.3g sat fat, 82.0g carbs, 77.0g sugar, 13.0g protein)
“This burger, large fries and vanilla milkshake combination comes in at a mighty 1,580kcal and provides you with nearly all of your recommended sugar intake in just one sitting,” Tamara said.
“It’s also very high in refined carbohydrates at 173g – that’s nearly two thirds of your recommended daily intake. To be enjoyed occasionally as part of a healthy balanced diet.”
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Best
Crispy Chicken Salad (261kcal, 12.0g fat, 1.4g sat fat, 16.0g carbs, 2.9 sugar, 21.0g protein)
“Coming in at one of the healthier options, this crispy chicken salad is full of fibre and relatively high in protein, both of which will keep you feeling fuller for longer along with being relatively low in carbohydrate compared to other options on the menu,” the expert said.
Pizza Express
Worst
Calabrese Pizza (1275kcal, 66.1g fat, 30.2g sat fat 108.7g carbs, 18.2g sugar)
Tamara said: “This pizza offering contains a whopping 150 percent intake of our saturated fat for the day, as well as almost 5tsp sugar. The carbs and the processed meat will leave you feeling sluggish after polishing this off.”
Leggera wholemeal pollo forza Pizza (578kcal, 18.6g fat, 3.6g sat fat, 60.8g carbs, 10. 3g sugar 46.8g protein)
Tamara added: “If you’re fancying a pizza, opt for one of their lighter options, such as the leggera pizza. Being made on a wholemeal base offers complex carbohydrates along with the protein from the chicken both help regulate blood sugar levels. The accompanying salad makes for a nutritious, satisfying and tasty meal without compromise and you leave feeling comfortably full.”
Nicoise Salad no dressing no dough sticks (366kcal, 21g fat, 3.6 sat fat, 5.1g carbs, 3.3g sugar, 39g protein)
“For an ultra-low carb and sugar option, this tasty, protein and veg-packed dish is perfect! A light but delicious choice for the summer months,” the expert said.
Source: Daily Express | Diet
