Have I mentioned before how much we love men? That is why we love Men’s Health Magazine, because they are dedicated to keeping men healthy! But the great thing is, a lot of the information they provide on their site and in their magazine is very applicable to women as well.
We love the Eat This Not That books, and from that research, we give you the top 20 worst foods. If you eat out, steer clear of these foods, or at least be aware of the impact it will have on your health so you do not overdo it! It’s not just about your weight - think about your arteries! The biggest surprise comes from a couple of items that would, on a menu, seem to be healthy.
20: Worst Fast-Food Chicken Meal - Chicken Selects Premium Breast Strips from McDonald’s (5 pieces) with cream ranch sauce. 830 Calories, 55 grams fat (4.5 trans fat), 48 carbs. Add a large fries and regular soda and this seemingly innocuous chicken meal tops out at 1,710 calories.
19: Worst drink - Jamba Juice Chocolate Moo’d Power Smoothie (30 fl oz). 900 calories, 10 g fat, 183 carbs, 166 g sugar.
18: Worst supermarket meal - Pepperidge Farm Roasted Chicken Pot Pie (whole pie). 1,020 calories, 64 g fat, 86 g carbs.
17: Worst ‘healthy’ burger - Ruby Tuesday Bella Turkey Burger. 1,145 calories, 71 g fat, 56 g carbs.
16: Worst Mexican entree - Chipotle Mexican Grill Chicken Burrito. 1,179 calories, 47 g fat, 125 g carbs, 2,656 mg sodium.
15: Worst kids’ meal - Macaroni Grill Double Macaroni ‘n’ Cheese. 1,210 calories, 62 g fat, 3,450 mg sodium. It’s like feeding your kid 1-1/2 boxes of Kraft mac ‘n’ cheese.
14: Worst sandwich - Quiznos Classic Italian (large). 1,528 calories, 92 g fat, 4,604 mg sodium, 110 g carbs.
13: Worst salad - On the Border Grande Taco Salad with Taco Beef. 1,450 calories, 102 g fat, 78 g carbs, 2,410 mg sodium.
12: Worst burger - Carl’s Jr. (Hardee’s on East Coast) Double Six Dollar Burger. 1,520 calories! , 111g fat.
11: Worst steak - Lonestar 20 oz T-bone. 1,540 calories, 124g fat. Add a baked potato and Lonestar’s Signature Lettuce Wedge, and this is a 2,700 calorie blowout.
10: Worst breakfast - Bob Evans Caramel Banana Pecan Cream Stacked and Stuffed hotcakes. 1,540 calories, 77 g fat (9 g trans fat), 198 g carbs, 109 g sugar.
9: Worst dessert - Chili’s Chocolate Chip Paradise Pie with Vanilla Ice Cream. 1,600 calories, 78 g fat, 215 g carbs.
8: Worst Chinese entree - P.F. Chang’s Pork Lo Mein. 1,820 calories, 127 g fat,! 95 g carbs.
7: Worst chicken entree - Chili’s Honey Chipotle Crispers with Chipotle Sauce. 2,040 calories, 99 g fat, 240 g carbs.
6: Worst fish entree - On the Border Dos XX Fish Tacos with Rice and Beans. 2,100 calories, 130 g fat, 169 g carbs, 4,700 mg sodium.
5: Worst pizza - Uno Chicago Grill Chicago Classic Deep Dish Pizza. 2,310 calories, 162 g fat, 123g carbs, 4,470 mg sodium.
4: Worst pasta - Macaroni Grill Spaghetti and Meatballs with Meat Sauce. 2,430 calories, 128 g fat, 207 g carbs, 5,290 mg sodium.
3: Worst nachos - On the Border Stacked Border Nachos. 2,740 calories, 166 g fat, 191 g carbs, 5,280 sodium.
2: Worst starter - Chili’s Awesome Blossom. 2,710 calories, 203 g fat, 194 g carbs, 6,360 mg sodium.
1: The worst food in America - Outback Steakhouse Aussie Cheese Fries with Ranch Dressing. 2,900 calories, 182g fat, 240g carbs.
Read the full Men’s Health Article: Top 20 Worst Foods.
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I’ve got this book and it was a huge eye opener about the calories in some of my favorite foods. As I’ve been more consious about the foods that go into my body, I also learned that a single egg roll has over 1000 calories in it! Just one! Egg rolls are one of my favorites, but it’s just not worth it anymore. I’m not 22 anymore where I can eat absolutely anything and look good a month from now.
My health means a lot more to me than it used to as well, so it’s not just about looking good in clothes, it’s about living well and being around for my family. Thanks for the article and getting the word out!