Fast Food Diet Update

Health experts question diet claims made by fast food chains.
The New York Times (1/28, Ellin) reports that many fast food companies "have jumped on the reduced-calorie bandwagon" recently, although Taco Bell "is one of the few to promote their low-fat offerings so widely." Several chains are said to have introduced lighter menu items without calling attention to them, including Dunkin' Donuts, Quiznos, Starbucks, and McDonald's. However, "the recent promotional activity surrounding the weight-loss potential of eating at places like Taco Bell and Subway has drawn the attention of experts, who have conflicting opinions on whether fast food is a healthy dieting tool."