From Crispy to Carcinogenic - The Effects of High Heat on Fast Food
Introduction Fast food is a choice for millions in today’s fast paced world, digitally connected lifestyle and constantly juggling multiple responsibilities—from work and education to parenting and social commitments. From crispy French fries to juicy burgers, fast food offers convenience, assessibility and instant gratification. Factors responsible for fast food choice: 1. Time-Saving Convenience Main reason to choose fast food is saving time / speed . Lot of planning, preparation, and cleanup activities are required for traditional home-cooked meals. But fast food is easily accessible via: Drive-throughs and delivery apps available to offer meals within minutes. Ideal for lunch breaks, cravings at any time. 2. Affordability Combo meals and value menus make Fast food relatively cheap and budget-friendly without spending time on shopping and cooking. 3. Easy Availability Due to widespread network of fast food chains everywhere in malls, near schools...