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The Shocking Reason You Should Never Order A Chicken Sandwich At Wendy’s

November 15, 2020 by Leah Carton
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It’s no secret that we all love to indulge in a good chicken sandwich every now and then. However, one of the last places you should order a chicken sandwich from is none other than Wendy’s. Yes, Wendy’s is both affordable and convenient, but the nutritional value of their menu items, or lack thereof, just isn’t worth it. 

According to kuudose founding celebrity trainer and nutrition expert Joey Thurman, the Spicy Pretzel Bacon Pub sandwich is one chicken sandwich from Wendy’s that you should never order.

The nutrition facts of Wendy’s menu items can be downright scary. It’s time to reconsider ordering this or any chicken sandwich from the fast food chain, and we’ll let Thurman explain why.

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wrapped wendy's chicken sandwich

“If you look up the ingredient list of this massive chicken sandwich it is set and cooked in vegetable oils,” Thurman explains. “Vegetable oils are one of the worst things you can do for your health. The issues with the majority of these oils that are used to cook this chicken is that it leads to chronic inflammation, weight gain, and could even affect your brain by worsening your memory (canola oil to be exact).” Yikes! 

wendy's crispy chicken sandwich

According to Wendy's website, this sandwich contains 840 calories, 42 grams of total fat, and 1780 milligrams of sodium. How crazy is that?

wendy's crispy chicken sandwich and chicken nuggets

Healthier menu item options from Wendy’s include the Grilled Chicken Sandwich coming in at 360 calories, 9 grams of total fat, and 780 milligrams of sodium, or the Apple Pecan Chicken Salad which contains 460 calories, 21 grams of total fat, and 910 milligrams of sodium. 

two wendy's crispy chicken sandwiches

What are some healthy fast food menu items that you like to order? Let us know your go-to picks in the comments below! 

Author:

Leah is a writer for SheFinds, covering celebrity news, fashion, beauty & more. You can reach her at leahmcarton@gmail.com.

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Assorted types of bread arranged on a wooden surface.
Costco bakery display featuring fresh pastries and desserts.
Woman holding her head in discomfort.
Woman suffering from joint pain while sitting.
Celebrity beauty editorial image from Shutterstock.
Popular fast food brands including Dunkin', Chick-fil-A, and Starbucks.
Woman adding sugar to a cup of aromatic coffee.
Wooden board with bagels, blueberries, and butter on a white background.
Comparison of cooking spray and olive oil in kitchen setting.
Top view of Brazilian dish with rice, beans, and chicken.
Checking the time on a watch while having breakfast.
Grocery store display of deli meats and sausages.
Cooked salmon with rice, avocado, and greens on a plate.
Wide view of a Costco store's interior showcasing products.
Woman taking magnesium supplement for health benefits.
Selection of s'mores brownies and baked ricotta at Aldi.
Grilled chicken breast served with fries and mixed salad.
Frozen pizza variety available in-store at grocery.
Fried fish served with crispy fries on a plate.
Spilling vitamin C pills into hand for supplementation.