The average American eats double, almost triple, what they need to survive during the day. People tend to consume more protein than fruits and vegetables. If Americans cut their servings in half, much of the human population would not be considered obese. The convenient meal in a normal fast food restaurant is a good choice and very economical with a good portion, because fast food restaurants do not want to give the consumer more for his money. At McDonald's and many other restaurants, they give everyone the option to enlarge their order, but it is not a mandatory option. People should try to avoid huge burgers and anything high in sodium. A large fry should never be added to a person's fry