Why is America known for fast-food? Fast food in the United States is popular because it’s just that fast! Its convenience and speed make it an easy choice for families and people on the go. Most families in America (83% of them) eat fast food at least once a week. Many fast food meals are even eaten in the car, as much as 20%. It is prepared and served very quickly. People don’t need to wait for the production of food. People can have their meal in a short period of time and save time to do another things. It is convenient, so people choose to eat fast food. Fast food is the name coined for food items that are either available pre-cooked or can be cooked in a lesser time than regular food. People find it desirable and convenient to eat such food items as they please their taste buds more than regular food. The smell of fast food increases your sense of taste, causing the experience to also feel more enjoyable. These foods release the neurotransmitters dopamine and oxytocin, which induce relaxation, pleasure and enjoyment.

Payal Jain

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