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Have you ever wondered what secrets lurk behind the golden arches of McDonald’s? We recently spoke to a drive-thru employee who revealed two creepy secrets about the fast-food giant. From the ingredients in their burgers to the way they prepare their food, these secrets will make you think twice before you order your next meal. Read on to learn more about the two creepy McDonald’s secrets we just learned from a drive-thru employee.
Two Creepy McDonald’s Secrets We Just Learned From a Drive-Thru Employee — Eat This Not That
We recently had the chance to chat with a drive-thru employee at McDonald’s, and what we learned was pretty creepy. From the way they prepare the food to the ingredients they use, here are two secrets that you should know before you order from McDonald’s.
1. The Fries Are Cooked in Old Oil
The first secret we learned is that the fries are cooked in old oil. This means that the oil used to fry the fries is reused multiple times, which can lead to a buildup of bacteria and other contaminants. This can make the fries taste stale and unappetizing. To avoid this, make sure to ask for fresh fries when you order.
2. The Burgers Are Made With Unhealthy Ingredients
The second secret we learned is that the burgers are made with unhealthy ingredients. The beef patties are made with fillers and preservatives, and the buns are made with white flour and sugar. This means that the burgers are not as healthy as they appear to be. To make sure you’re getting a healthier option, opt for a grilled chicken sandwich or a veggie burger.
These two secrets are just a few of the things we learned from our drive-thru employee. While McDonald’s may be convenient, it’s important to be aware of the ingredients they use and the way they prepare their food. So the next time you’re at the drive-thru, make sure to ask questions and be mindful of what you’re ordering.
Even if you often roll through the McDonald’s drive-thru, you’re likely not aware of just how closely the chain is keeping an eye (and ear) on you while you’re there.
According to a recent viral TikTok post by a McDonald’s employee in New Zealand, the drive-thru employees are getting a pretty clear audio broadcast from your car while you’re waiting in line for your food. In a since-deleted video that was viewed over 320,000 times before disappearing, user @charlton.a claimed that McDonald’s workers can “hear everything” you and your fellow passengers are saying in your car, even when their microphones are off.
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When asked by another user to clarify how well the microphones work, the original poster said: “We can hear quite a bit but we can definitely hear all the passengers in the car too.”
Even creepier? The video revealed that the chain takes a photo of you, which the employee referred to as a “mugshot,” so they can more easily match you to your order. Yup, next time you’re at the drive-thru window, you might want to say “cheese!”
However, McDonald’s has chimed in on these claims and explained what they actually mean. The company told Indy100 that microphones are a necessary component of the drive-thru in order to clearly pick up the audio of your order, but that conversations picked up through it are never recorded. Additionally, the chain confirmed that it uses photographs to match orders to customers, but that the snaps will feature your car, not you or any of the individuals riding with you. McDonald’s also doesn’t retain those photos for any other use.
We’ve also reached out to McDonald’s for comment and will update this article with any responses we receive.
McDonald’s has very recently been scrutinized over privacy issues surrounding customer data. A few months ago, the chain began testing voice recognition software at several drive-thru locations in Chicago, Ill. but was soon challenged with a customer lawsuit that questioned the legality of collecting customer voice data without their consent.
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