The 15 Healthiest Fast Food Menu Items For Kids
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When it comes specifically to fast food, focus on the salt. Fast food is a big reason why sodium is a «nutrient of concern» for Americans older than two, says Kate Donovan, a pediatric clinical dietitian at Boston Medical Center says. Kids between six and 18 years old shouldn’t consume more than 2,300 milligrams of sodium a day, but around 90 percent of kids in that age Moncler Outlet group exceed that amount, according to the Centers for Disease cheap moncler Control. High sodium diets can raise kids’ blood pressure, which puts them at higher risk for heart disease later.
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Another surprising fast food finding: The regular hamburger at Sonic is a healthier option than Sonic’s veggie burger, which contains half a days’ worth of sodium at 1,300 milligrams. The vegetarian and meat versions both provide 15 grams of protein but the regular burger contains half the sodium of the meatless version and only three additional grams of fat.
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Despite these guidelines, it’s not always easy to discern the healthiest choices, which is why we did some of the legwork for you. Below are 15 of the healthiest fast food options for kids.
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Fast Facts: This sandwich comes on 9 grain wheat bread with tomatoes, lettuce, onions, green peppers,and cucumbers. «This is a really good option for kids it provides a substantial amount of protein, and the sodium isn’t through the roof,» says Lakatos Shames.
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Fast Facts: Each drumstick is just 90 calories with 4 grams of fat and 11 grams of protein.
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