McDonalds Moms

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Story Published: Nov 20, 2008 at 6:45 PM PDT

By Melissa Wagner

They line up at the register, anxious to get a burger and fries. There's just one obstacle in their way. Mom! As much as we hate to, there are times when we just can't avoid a fast food dinner, busy at work, kids sports or your fridge is bare. But we still worry we may be putting convenience ahead of nutrition. "For kids, it's all about the toy. Cool. But if you're a mom, forget the hippo. We want to know if what our kids are eating is healthy. Here's a new twist. McDonald's now wants you to tell them." Mcdonalds recruited moms over the last year in what it calls its "Quality Correspondents Program." The fast food chain hopes to win moms over with quality. Things like using all real chicken in their McNuggets and real eggs in their Mcmuffin. When it comes to eating healthy, Bill Byrd with Millcreek Natural Foods says fresh fruit, like the apples, and vegetables are always a great choice and more fast food restaurants are offering them. But there's still room for improvement. And Mcdonald's hopes to get on board -- with the one placing the order. Mom.

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