McDonald's franchisee cuts sodium, oil and fats by over 20% in menu

Oil content in mayonnaise slashed by 40%, milk used in ice-creams 96% fat-free, all wraps made of whole grain

The world’s leading fast-food chain, McDonald’s, is bringing more of its wholesome and nutritious menu options to India, with consumers here become increasingly health conscious.

McDonald’s franchisee in west and south India, Hardcastle Restaurants, a subsidiary of Westlife Development, has stepped up efforts to reduce sodium, oil and fats, covering nearly 75-80 per cent of the menu in the process.

While the entire McDonald’s menu in the west and south will be covered in the coming months, the burger chain on Tuesday announced it had reduced sodium in french fries, nuggets, patties and sauces by over 20 per cent from 10 per