FOOD NEWS
Stop Believing These Myths About Fast Food Restaurants Immediately
BY MONA BASSIL
KFC
There is a myth that Kentucky Fried Chicken shortened its name to KFC because it turned to lab-grown, genetically engineered chicken to cut costs.
KFC clearly states on its website, "We use 100% real chicken raised on U.S. farms. Our chicken is USDA inspected for quality before it can be delivered to our kitchens."
Tim Hortons
Tim Hortons is present across 11 states and is quite a popular breakfast spot. However, some allege the coffee contains traces of nicotine — and a good dose of MSG.
The brand addresses those concerns on its website anyway, claiming, "This urban myth is just that ... a myth! ... There is absolutely NO nicotine or MSG in our coffee."
McDonald's
It is alleged that McDonald's hamburgers, French fries, and chicken nuggets remain unchanged in unrefrigerated storage for weeks, months, and even years.
McDonald's states they use 100% USDA-inspected beef patties with no preservatives or fillers. They claim the only thing ever added is “a touch of salt and pepper on the grill.”
White Castle
There is a rumor circulating that the onions in White Castle sliders are just but shredded cabbage or turnips marinated in some onion juice.
To ease concerns, White Castle has uploaded a full list of ingredients on its website, and it clearly includes fire-roasted, dried, and caramelized onions.
McDonald's
You've probably seen the "leaked" photos and videos of chicken nuggets and a disgusting-looking pink goo comparable to a lumpy batch of frozen strawberry yogurt.
The brand responded by posting videos showing how McNuggets are actually made asserting that its Chicken McNuggest are made from 100% USDA-inspected white meat.