Since when did McD’s start posting their “un”- Nutritional Facts on the wrappings of its delicious food? Now, that just takes all the fun out of the experience. Going to McD’s (for me at least) is a special treat. It’s a time when I’m well aware I’m not selecting a wholesome, organic meal, but enjoy every bite nonetheless. Stamping the large number of fat grams on the front of my guilty pleasure is a true kill-joy – though I do realize it’s socially responsible. I had no idea (nor did I want to know) that my double cheeseburger on the Dollar Menu contains 23 grams of fat! That’s not counting fries. Grrr… But, I ate it anyway. In fact, because of pregnancy symptom No. 82 (acid reflux) I can still feel it now … and will probably be feeling it in the form of an extra cushy butt for many post-pregnancy months to come. :)
And yesterday, my dear friend brought over some to-die-for chicken salad with dried cranberries, walnuts and a yummy poppy seed dressing. My mouth waters as I describe it. We each cheerfully devoured 1.5 sandwiches. It was divine. She left the container at my house … and I ate it again for dinner. I’m happy to report, twice was just as nice. But then I made a mistake. I flipped the container over and saw the Nutritional Facts – all black and white striped like a guilty jailbird’s uniform. I kid you not: 25 grams of fat in 2/3 cup! I know I had well over one serving size during the day … maybe upwards of four. It’s just cruel.
So, when I went to the doc for another 10 min. pregnancy check today (everything’s fine), I grimaced as I stepped on the scale … and yes, each fat gram consumed proudly screamed out, “Here!” like I was calling for attendance in a kindergarten class. The numbers on the digital device blinked at me like it was laughing – and then printed out on a receipt - proof to be filed away.
But ya know what? Every bite was worth it. And I’m a sucker with little will power who will be eating that chicken salad again for dinner tonight.
3 comments:
I LOVE this post! And.. who would have thought that the nutritional fact were actually printed on the chicken salad container? I think looking is the worst thing you can do. :D Eat up.. enjoy... savor the bites, and worry about the damage later. The baby needs all the nutrients it can get. :D (including fat.)
I love this one...I compeletly agree with you. It is so unfair to us pregnant women. Especially when we have the great cravings and we are eating for two you know...so a little extra is nice...but to put it in our face and then to have to be weighed! I am always so scared of the scale....I kinda squinch my eye's up thinking this may help with the shock.
I could not agree more. I have brought this up time and time again. I too enjoy a Mcy D's treat now and then, but it is much less enjoyable when you have to look at the nutritional facts while you are tying to enjoy the #2 combo with bbq sauce for your fries!
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