Monster burgers vs fruit slices: A fastfood battle
By: David Robertson | 3 May 2005
As McDonald's and Wendy's introduce healthier options amid rising obesity levels and a general interest in healthier foods, some fastfood companies have been going in the opposite direction, introducing ever more calorific and fat-laden burgers in a bid to win customers. And these so-called "big food" products are proving surprisingly popular, as David Robertson reports.
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As McDonald's and Wendy's introduce healthier options amid rising obesity levels and a general interest in healthier foods, some fastfood companies have been going in the opposite direction, introducing ever more calorific and fat-laden burgers in a bid to win customers. And these so-called "big food" products are proving surprisingly popular, as David Robertson reports.
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