FACTS

• $120+ billion is spent every year on fast food, compared to $6 billion in 1970.
• 30% of children’s meals consist of fast food.
• 24% of high schools offer popular fast-food brands.
• 1 in 5 children between the ages of 6 and 17 are overweight.
• There is a 79% likelihood of adult obesity if a person is overweight during adolescence.
• Large portions, value meals, and supersizing create serving sizes that are double and triple the recommended daily allowance.
• Billions of dollars are spent each year on fast-food advertising specifically targeted at children.

TAKE ACTION TODAY

• Don’t eat fast food today.
• Start the habit of switching one fast-food meal per week to a healthier alternative.
• On days you do eat fast food, ask for the small size.
• Never supersize your meal. The price and value may be tempting, but your health pays the greatest price.
• Plan your meals at least a few days in advance.
• Go to the store and buy fresh or organic food.
• Pack a healthy lunch or cook dinner at home today.

YOU MATTER

With each fast-food feast, you significantly increase your carbohydrate and fat intake as well as the calories you eat. So plan your meals, simplify your schedule, cook, and eat dinner as a family. Fast food may save you minutes in your day, but it’s taking years off your life—most chains don’t advertise that on their “value” menu.