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McDonald's is home some delicious food, especially when it comes to their breakfast menu. Between their Egg McMuffins and Big Breakfast meal, you may think that you've hit the breakfast jackpot. But, health experts say that their tasty breakfast sandwiches are actually awful for you and your waistline. In fact, some of them are even loaded with preservatives and additives! Here's why you should skip the Mickey D's drive-thru in the morning:
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1. Potassium Sorbate
This preservative is used to make the chain's folded eggs and scrambled eggs. It inhibits the growth of molds and yeasts, and is also used in a variety of personal care products as a replacement for parabens, according to Forbes. That's definitely not something we want in our eggs!
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2. Cottonseed oil
The chain uses cottonseed oil to make their eggs. Forbes says that this oil is 94% saturated fat when fully hydrogenated, making it an unhealthy ingredient for your waistline!
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3. Citric Acid
McDonald's folded and scrambled eggs also feature citric acid, which is used to boost the flavor of the eggs. According to Livestrong, overconsuming citric acid can cause your tooth enamel to dissolve, leaving you with sensitivity, pain and decay. It can eventually lead to nerve damage and the need for root canal treatment.
4. Carrageenan
Mickey D's folded eggs also contain carrageenan, which is used as a thickener and emulsifier to improve the texture of the eggs. Research by Joanne K. Tobacman, MD suggests that exposure to carrageenan causes inflammation, which can then lead to a slew of diseases including heart disease, Alzheimer’s and Parkinson’s diseases, and cancer.
