Don't Eat At McDonald's Until You Watch This

Sure you've eaten at McDonald's many times, but that doesn't mean you're doing it right. Here's a rundown of everything you need to know before you head back there, from money-saving tricks to dirty little secrets the famous burger chain doesn't want you to know. You've no doubt heard of the trick to getting the freshest fries at McDonald's: simply ask for them without salt. Once you have your fresh fries, throw a little salt on them and voila, you've beaten the system. Except you haven't. In fact, trying

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so-called trick is a waste of time for you and everyone else, it won't even improve your fries, and in fact, it is a violation of fast food etiquette because it causes a delay in the delivery. queue as the staff rushes to prepare that new batch.

Applying table salt to French fries is also not the same as the restaurant's method of applying finer salt. If you throw yours in there, you'll waste a ton of salt and make your fries taste weird. So why bother? And that's not all. Ordering

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special order is a huge hassle for the cooks themselves, who have to remove the fries currently under the warmer, make sure the container is free of salt, and start a whole new batch of fries, all because you wanted prove. That fun little trick you found online. Just don't do it, okay? Here's one for McDonald's breakfast lovers.

Maybe you already know the existence of the classic McDonald's egg. That's the one that comes in things like their breakfast sandwiches and it tends to be this weird, square, yellow thing that looks more like cheese than anything else. In fact, it is a mixture of scrambled eggs that are pressed into a square burger. Luckily, though, it's not your only egg option on the menu. If you prefer the egg to be more commonly associated with the Egg McMuffin, all you have to do is tell your cashier that you would like your sandwich to be made with a "round egg." They will make sure your order contains the poached version and it won't cost you anything extra.

You could probably get into a whole debate over which McDonald's egg is superior, but this is a great little tip for anyone who prefers theirs round and a little more natural looking. Of course, you don't need a receipt for your McDonald's order, but you should always request one. The reasoning behind this is simple: it's a way to signal to staff that you might be a secret shopper, even if you're not. Because secret shoppers must be reimbursed by their employers for their food, they need receipts proving what they have eaten. However, most customers will not need a receipt and therefore will not request one.

However, if you make that request, the store will get to work making sure you get the freshest food, the fastest service, and the biggest smile...just in case. Visit during peak hours, specifically between 12 p.m. to 2 p.m. and 5 p.m. to 7 p.m. m., will also increase your chances of looking like a potential secret shopper, because those are the hours during which they typically appear. If you play your cards right, you just might get an entirely superior McDonald's experience. The self-service kiosks that McDonald's began installing in 2018 are somewhat ingenious fast food technology. They are certainly a great convenience for the customer and mean that diners do not have to waste time giving their orders to cashiers, while cashiers can concentrate on serving orders.

There is only one small problem: hygiene. Scientists found that McDonald's kiosks tend to be covered in bacteria, including fecal and other digestive bacteria. Dr. Paul Matewele from London Metropolitan University explained it this way: "We were all surprised by the amount of intestinal and faecal bacteria on the touchscreen machines. These cause the kind of infections people get in hospitals. For example, Enterococcus faecalis is part of the flora of the gastrointestinal tract of healthy humans and other mammals." Dr Matewele's research was carried out in restaurants in the UK and found that the touch screens in each of eight different restaurants harbored live bacteria.

McDonald's responded by issuing a statement: "Our self-ordering screens are cleaned frequently throughout the day. All of our restaurants also offer facilities for customers to wash their hands before eating." What do you think of that fancy new technology now? "You can't stand the truth." Since the McDonald's experience tends to focus more on food than anything else, you'd be forgiven if you overlook some of its most useful technologies. After all, why bother downloading an app when you just want to have it in your hands? In your burger? Don't dismiss the shiny stuff too quickly, because the McDonald's app is a real treasure for McDonald's regulars.

The gist is simple: you download the app on your phone and use it to choose meals. or menu items, then pay with your card, all before going to pick up your food at a nearby store. That last part also happens completely on your own terms, so you can use the app to specify that you want your food delivered outside. for you, picked up at the drive-thru or simply served inside the restaurant, all without having to worry about waiting in line. Then you have the offers. These are exclusive to the app and change all the time, so it's always worth checking out what's going on.

You will get some free stuff, discounts and all kinds of buy and get some free offers. The poor man's Big Mac is another one of those classic McDonald's tricks that you may have heard of. Here's a breakdown: You order a McDouble, and you order it without mustard or ketchup, but with shredded lettuce and Big Mac sauce. What you get is essentially a Big Mac, minus the center bun and sesame seed bun, for about half of the price. But is it really worth it? It could be, and here's why. The meat and cheese are identical to those found in the Big Mac, although the construction of the burger creates a slightly different experience.

Big Macs are made the other way around and the toppings are placed under the burger, while the McDouble has its toppings on top. And that means the cheese in the McDouble melts better than the cheese in the Big Mac. By your measure, the toppings appear to be the same on both burgers, although the Big Mac is significantly taller and a little heavier. However, in essence, it's just the bun and some seeds that make the Big Mac much more expensive than the McDouble. It is not yet known which is the best option and much of it depends on taste.

But if you're working on a tight budget, the poor man's Big Mac might be your best bet. "It's not a Big Mac." "Is." "No." "Is." "No." "I think it is." "Well, I guess it's not." "Mmmmm." In January 2019, the internet practically exploded when a Twitter user discovered a great new use for the flap on the top of french fry boxes at McDonald's: storing ketchup. Yes, the idea seems to be that you can fold the flap back on itself. creating a neat little shelf on which ketchup or alternative condiment can be stored. Naturally, people went crazy over the discovery.

Opinions ranged from amazed to skeptical to not the least bit impressed. It's probably safe to say that this sauce rack is an unintentional rack. The advantage of a box that is designed to allow workers to grasp the top without burning their fingers on hot, oil-covered French fries. So while it may not be intentional, that doesn't mean it's not a good idea. Stop by a McDonald's in the middle of the night? Well, you're not the only one. The existence of McDonald's branches open 24 hours a day means that time is no longer a factor when determining when you can buy a burger and fries. and there's nothing stopping you from running McNuggets at 3 a.m.

Unfortunately, things aren't looking as good on that front as they used to be. In April 2019, McDonald's announced that it would be removing a number of items from its late-night menu, including some of the restaurant's most iconic items, such as chicken tenders and Filet-O-Fish. In a statement given to Business Insider, who first leaked the news, a McDonald's representative explained that it was simply a matter of rationalization. They said: "We always want our customers' experiences to be simple, seamless and delicious, at any time of the day. That means, day and night, we are always looking for ways to serve them even better." Nothing surpasses the ingenuity of humanity.

Take McDonald's so-called "secret menu" as an example. It's not so much a secret that the chain offers in its stores, but rather a series of different inventions and combinations created by some smart McDonald's customers. Some highlights include the Land, Sea, and Air Burger, a combination of Big Mac, Filet -O-Fish, and McChicken all stacked together. Do you prefer a less boring breakfast? Try the Hash Brown McMuffin, which is a simple but delicious combination of McMuffin and hash brown. How about Chicken n' McGriddles? That's when you place your order of crispy strips right on your Sausage, Egg, and Cheese McGriddles for an overwhelming breakfast sandwich.

You can even try the McCrepe, which is a ball of fruit and yogurt parfait wrapped in a pancake. And when it comes to dessert, there's fun too. Have you ever dunked your apple pie in a McFlurry? No? What are you waiting for? Some of these ideas are downright brilliant, some are downright grotesque, and some are both. One thing that unites them all is that they show that the sky is the limit with McDonald's: all you need to do is ask. Some days you just can't help yourself and end up reaching for fast food to test the limits of what your body can handle.

Whether you're trying to avoid them or just curious if you can handle them, these are the unhealthiest things you could order at McDonald's. Among the least bad options is the Big Breakfast, which contains about 750 calories. There's also the double quarter pounder with cheese at 780 calories. Above them are the 20-piece McNuggets, which add up to 890 calories. Who needs moderation? To accompany it all, there is the large chocolate shake, which weighs 840 calories and also 122 grams of sugar. Beyond the calories, it goes without saying that each of these options comes with alarming amounts of sodium and fat. In fact, some of these menu items contain more than half the amount of salt a human should consume in an entire day.

If you're looking for good health, you probably won't go to McDonald's. But that doesn't mean you have to go all out when you do it. McDonald's offers some items that are relatively good for you, and anyone who finds themselves in that strange gray area between wanting to eat healthy and actually wanting McDonald's would do well to take note of these options. McDonald's healthiest dishes include the Egg White Delight McMuffin, which has 260 calories despite containing grilled egg whites, Canadian bacon and a slice of cheddar cheese. There's also the cheeseburger, which is a pretty decent fast food meal at 300 calories, as well as the artisan grilled chicken sandwich, which is 380 calories.

As with everything, the trick to staying healthy at McDonald's is to eat everything in moderation. Even chicken nuggets will be fine as long as you don't stuff yourself with them. And you're not going to do that... are you? Check out one of our newest videos right here! Plus, there will be more Puré videos coming soon about your favorite fast food chains. Subscribe to our YouTube channel and press the bell so you don't miss a single one.