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Fast food

What to order at McDonald's

Best bet: Any burger without the bun, or a grilled chicken salad

Main dishes

  • Any burger without the bun — McDouble, hamburger, cheeseburger; wrap in lettuce if you like
  • Grilled chicken options without the bun
  • Egg McMuffin without the muffin — the egg, cheese and Canadian bacon carry the protein
  • Southwest Grilled Chicken Salad or side salad; watch the dressing

Sides

  • Side salad, dressing on the side
  • Apple slices
  • French fries, small

Drinks

  • Water
  • Unsweetened iced tea
  • Black coffee

Guidelines, not medical advice. Menus change — check current nutrition information where it matters.

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