In light of McDonald’s announcing a new lamb burger to feature on its menu, Ausveg has encouraged the leading fast food chain to create a burger where the vegetables are the ‘hero’; made from healthy and locally sourced Australian vegetables.
“At a time where there is an alarming rise in obesity levels in Australia, we believe it would be more beneficial for the fast food chain to focus on creating a burger which features 100% Australian grown produce for both the salad and veggie patty,” said Ausveg spokesperson Courtney Burger.
“By offering Australian consumers the option to have a nutritious burger made with all produce sourced locally, it would not only benefit the waistline of Australians but also support the domestic vegetable industry.”
The forthcoming McDonald’s McLamburger will cost customers $7.95 and will contain more than 40g of fat.
“Currently, only 6% of Australians eat enough fruit and vegetables every day according to the Australia Government report Australia’s Health 2012, and a huge factor for people not eating right is they simply don’t have the time,” said Burger. “If there were fast food options that included more vegetables, this may be a way to help boost the health of Australians.”
Source: Ausveg
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