![]() "This rise and fall of blood sugar can lead to additional cravings, overeating, and weight gain in the short and long term," Richard warns.Ĭowin agrees that since "these hotcakes are also loaded with sugar and carbs" they're sure to "give you a quick burst of energy followed by an inevitable crash." He adds that this is "definitely not how you want to feel first thing in the morning." Regardless of how much you love pancakes, I think we can all agree on that!Īpart from weight gain and heart disease, Lane says that this menu item can also be a culprit for painful inflammation and explains how that can happen. This is because a blood sugar spike will result in an inevitable crash, which also means you're likely to crave even more sugar later on in the day. In addition to fat and sodium, the sugar content of this meal is no joke, either, which makes it a terrible way to start your day. "This is almost an entire days' worth," she explains, adding that if eaten often, this can lead to "water retention, dehydration, and high blood pressure due to its high sodium content." At 1,340 calories per meal, this singular meal has a little over half of your recommended daily calories." Although this calorie count may vary based on the individual, regularly eating this could "lead to weight gain, obesity, and even morbid obesity," she says.Īt a whopping 25 grams of saturated fat, this meal also provides you with "123% of your recommended daily value," Tomaschko continues, "So, in this one meal, you've eaten a full day's worth (and then some) of saturated fat." This is very bad for your heart, she notes, and this meal in particular can put you at "a high risk for heart disease, as this risk also increases as we age." Tomaschko also points out that this 'Big Breakfast' option contains 90% of your daily value of sodium. "I'm not talking 'high' in calories," she adds, " loaded with them. "Eating this regularly can be detrimental to your health as you age," Tomaschko stresses regarding the importance of a balanced diet to support healthy aging. The 'Big Breakfast with Hotcakes' order in particular comes with 3 pancakes, scrambled eggs, 2 hash browns, a biscuit and sausage link along with butter and maple syrup. This is because these hot cakes lack nutritional value and are packed with sodium, fat, and calories. The cons, however, outweigh the pros with this food and its meal variations, our sources say. The Many Drawbacks of The 'Big Breakfast with Hotcakes' Mealįor many of us, Mickey D's pancakes for breakfast can evoke nostalgia and are undeniably delicious. Read on for tips and suggestions from Katie Tomaschko, MS, RDN, registered dietitian and nutritionist Amanda Lane, MS, RD, LDN, registered dietitian Lisa Richards, CNC, nutritionist and author of The Candida Diet and Jay Cowin, NNCP, RNT, RNC, CHN, CSNA, registered nutritionist for ASYSTEM. We reached out to health experts to learn more about breakfast at McDonald’s and the one popular item they recommend avoiding (even in moderation). If you’re watching your weight, want to become healthier overall as you age or just want to know more about what you are consuming, it’s important to note that some fast food breakfast choices are better than others. But all of those perks can come with a cost consuming the wrong fast food meals frequently can be detrimental to your health. Going out for breakfast once in a while is a fun treat, and there’s no denying how convenient, quick and cheap fast food restaurants can be. This article has been updated since it was originally published on
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