Guest guest Posted February 14, 2006 Report Share Posted February 14, 2006 Well, we'll assume that fries/chips are off-limits to most of us :-) but we all have friends, relatives, even kids and grandkids, so this item might be of interest. And NO, it's not about the amount of fat in them - it's about the flavouring added - and no, it's not about the beef flavour they used to have - Oh hey you'll just have to read it yourself! <grin> love, pat Item just received from the IVU-Veg-News: (US-il) McDonald's: Fries Have Potential Allergens CHICAGO (AP) - Not long after disclosing that its french fries contain more trans fat than thought, McDonald's Corp. (MCD) said Monday that wheat and dairy ingredients are used to flavor the popular menu item - an acknowledgment it had not previously made. The presence of those substances can cause allergic or other medical reactions in food-sensitive consumers. McDonald's had said until recently that its fries were free of gluten and milk or wheat allergens and safe to eat for those with dietary issues related to the consumption of dairy items. But the fast-food company quietly added " Contains wheat and milk ingredients " this month to the french fries listing on its Web site. -- full story: http://apnews.myway.com//article/20060213/D8FOFV280.html Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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