Lets face it, you do try to eat healthily, but on days when you’re out around town, its hard to do so. If you find yourself in this situation there is a solution. Fast foods contain such low levels of the vital nutrients our bodies require, simply ensure your body doesn’t lose out on the daily nutrients needed. Use a balancing method on the same day to counteract the effects of the fast food meal. Eat good wholesome foods on the very same day after or before you embark on your fast food fix.

Here’s how to do it:

1) Burger, Fries & Shake

With many additives and colourings, these foods are typically low in fibre and vitamin C. However the over riding factor is their large saturated fat content, add to this that they are high in cholesterol and sodium and you have a mighty unhealthy meal.

Balance it out:

If you’re going to eat an unhealthy meal such as this during the day, balance it with wholesome foods such as pasta for fibre, as well as some vegetables to provide vitamin C.

2) Pizza

You’ll typically find pizzas that are bought from fast food restaurants are very low in protein and contain a very high fat content. Pizza toppings need to be taken into consideration since these will also add to the fat

content. Add to this toppings of ham, salami or blue cheese and the fat content quickly soars.

Balance it out:

Include a high protein meal on the same day, for example a chicken meal with vegetables containing vitamin C.

3) Doner Kebab

The lamb used in these meals are usually high in fat because they are cheap cuts. Kebabs are very low in vitamins A, D, E as well as in fibre.

Balance it out:

Ensure you have a meal that is low in fat but provides good protein and fibre not forgetting the all important vitamins B and C.

4) Fish & Chips

As you would expect, there is a high content of fat in this meal possibly amounting to twice the recommended daily amount. Also low in vitamin A, C & D and very low in fibre.

Balance it out:

Eat salads which contain vitamins C and E.

As a rule, there is no harm in the occasional lapse, however as you can see, it is very much a case of eating smart and with the correct healthy nutrition your body can still be provided with the nutrients it requires to function efficiently.