– What exactly is it that makes “fas food” to be considered “junk food” and what exactly makes it unhealthy?

Question

When I say “fast food” I primarily mean anything such as Kentucky, Pizza Hut, McDonalds, Burger King?

Health advocates say “Junk food is bad and to cut it out” but what exactly is it?

Would you describe other types of take away as being “fast food or “junk food” such as Indian take away and Chinese take away?

What primarily are the “bad parts” of “junk food”?

What types of restaurants, food outlets would not be considered “junk food”?

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Answer 1

The commenters complaining about sodium are misinformed. Unless you have a diagnosed heart problem and are told to cut sodium, you don’t need to worry about it.

Saturated fat is a more valid concern, but the main issue is these foods make it really easy to eat a lot of calories without feeling full, causing people to gain weight.

If you are not overweight, and overall eat a balanced diet with some vegetables (or even take supplements), then you have no reason to avoid fast food.