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The Double Big Mac is available at McDonalds from today
Fast food giant McDonalds has relaunched the popular Double Big Mac after first removing it from its menus over four years ago.
If theres one thing you expect from McDonalds, its the enormous burgers that numerous documentaries have slammed over the years. While highly controversial among health experts, such burgers are a signature staple of the worldwide brand.
Its back, baby
McDonalds announced in a press release earlier this week that the Double Big Mac would be returning to US restaurants.
Did someone order a glow up? McDonalds legendary Big Mac is getting bigger (and saucier) in 2024…and we have the official scoop, they said. Say hello to the Double Big Mac, available at participating McDonalds restaurants nationwide for a limited time starting Jan. 24.
The press release added: The Double Big Mac is double the fun with four 100% all-beef patties and more Big Mac sauce, of course. Its topped with pickles, crisp shredded lettuce, finely chopped onions and a slice of American cheese, all sandwiched between a fluffy sesame seed bun.
The Double Big Mac has appeared before, though under names like Monster Mac and the Double Mac. It was last available in 2020 but was relegated to the back during the companys Pandemic streamline.
Fan reaction is mixed, to say the least
Maccies customers are fairly divided on the news, with some arguing that its simply too much burger. However, other people seem quite thrilled.
How do people like clogged arteries, and heart attack inducing foods like this? Eating like health care is free is crazy, someone said.
Another joked: Crushed one the other night. Immediately unconscious and asleep 5 minutes after. Worth it.
Other customers question how a burger with four patties only comes with one slice of cheese.
Health experts are concerned
Speaking to Yahoo, numerous experts spoke about the health concerns of the Double Big Mac. While this should not be shocking, given the brands history of calorie-intense foods, some customers might take heed of the warning if looking to cut down in 2024.
Registered dietitian Marlyne Perez highlighted the enormous amount of cholesterol, while Stanford Medicines Christopher Gardner pointed out the 1,020 milligrams of sodium
But, as dietician Erin Holley explained: I like the 80/20 rule as a general guideline with eating. Aim to eat healthy, balanced meals and snacks 80% of the time, and allow for fun treats or other foods to fit in about 20% of the time.
