5 Benefits and 5 Disadvantages of Fast Food

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 Fast food, or commonly known as junk food, is very easy to find around us.  However, consumption of these foods is not recommended for the health of the body.  The following are 5 benefits and 5 disadvantages of fast food:

 Benefits of Fast Food

 1. Practical

 Fast food is very practical and easy to get.  Because it's easy to get, fast food is often the choice for people who want fast and practical food.

 2. Delicious taste

 One of the main advantages of fast food is delicious and delicious taste.  This good taste usually comes from preservatives, sweeteners, and other additives.

 3. Affordable Prices

 Fast food usually has affordable prices, so it can be an option for people who want to get fast and cheap food.

 4. Easy to Process

 Most fast food is cooked and ready to eat.  Heating or frying is usually all that's needed for those foods.  This of course will make it easier for people to process their food.

 5. Source of Calories

 Fast food is not recommended as a healthy nutritional intake, but these foods can be a source of calories for people who have difficulty obtaining sufficient calorie intake.

 Shortage of Fast Food

 1. Contains High Fat and Calories

 The fat and calorie content of fast food is very high, so it can make you susceptible to obesity, diabetes and cardiovascular disease.

 2. Low Nutrition

 Even though it tastes good, fast food tends to be low in nutrients and may not necessarily meet the daily needs of vitamins and minerals for the body.

 3. Low Fiber

 The fiber content in fast food is very low, making it difficult to achieve a healthy daily fiber intake for the body.

 4. Triggers Addictions

 The sugar and fat content in fast food can also trigger addiction, which can be bad for mental health.

 5. Triggers Food Accidents

 Consuming too much fast food can cause indigestion and other health problems.  Junk food eaten in excess can be a cause of food accidents.

 Those are 5 benefits and 5 disadvantages of fast food that you must know.  Therefore, we should be careful about consuming fast food and replace it with healthier and more nutritious foods to maintain a healthy body. Hopefully this will be useful👍👍👌