Without a doubt, we live in a fast-paced society, a society that dictates we can do more. For example, the internet has given people the ability to do multiple tasks from one location with a simple click of a button. Since we are living in a time which leaves no room for the simple routine things, it's no wonder that Americans are now spending more money on fast food than on movies, books, magazines, newspapers, or videos combined. Moreover, people have grown to believe that fast food is unhealthy, and although this statement has proven to be true, it is not always the case.
             So, what is fast food? It is convenient, predictable, and fast. Fast food has become a part of the busy American lifestyle. But, fast food is often high in calories, sodium, fat, and cholesterol. This does not mean all fast food is bad. Most of your popular food chains, specifically, Chick Fil-A, Wendy's, MacDonald's and Arby's all sell some type of salad, yogurt with fruit, or baked potatoes. In fact, with Americans focusing on quick-fix diets, whether low fat or low carb, the fast food restaurants want to attract more and more Americans by attempting to sell low carb meals, even veggie burgers. In addition to the drive-thru's, fast food has broken into the supermarkets. To name a few, Lean Cuisine and Weight Watchers are popular items now sold in the frozen sections of our supermarkets.
             Fast Food has become necessary for the survival of today's families. In today's society, individuals are finding it harder and harder to juggle work, family and school. For instance, the entry of so many women into the workforce has greatly increased the demand for the types of services that housewives traditionally performed such as cooking, cleaning and child care. With women now becoming an integral part of today's work force, families are forced into a new way of life. Food is just one thing that has been i
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