21 Biggest Myths About McDonald's' Food

McDonald's is one of the most recognized fast-food chains on the planet. Known for its world-famous fries, Big Macs, and Happy Meals, the Golden Arches is home to many iconic meals, but that also means the chain isn't immune to a fair share of criticism or controversy. We've rounded up some of the wildest myths about McDonald's food, and you might wonder how these rumors started circulating in the first place.

Consumers deserve to know the truth about McDonald's, and fortunately, it's a lot better than you'd expect. No, the meat isn't really made from slime, and the burgers aren't filled with worms. (Seriously, how did that rumor get started?) The fast-food chain has been the subject of plenty of rumors, but most of them are nothing more than tall tales.

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