Yep, McDonald's has some awful food, that's for sure. However, I think the detrimental effects may be a little overstated. I lived on burgers from the dollar menu for several years. I was in the best health of my life! I was also 18 years old, living in the fresh sunshine, and walking miles and miles every day while carrying an 80 pound pack, so that could have something to do with it too. :-)