McDonald’s and Ethical Dilemmas McDonald’s, a leading fast food restaurant, is one company that many tend to believe has some ethical concerns that need to be worked out. The argument against McDonald’s is that they make food that is unhealthy for the people who consume it. Many people believe that McDonald’s is a contributing factor to obesity in the United States and other countries around the world. According to Business Insider, it stated in 2012 that, “No company has so embodied the shift in America's diet as McDonald's, and no company has been more vilified by health advocates, yet until recently no fast-food company has done better.” There were many people who fought to expose the issue with McDonald’s and its affect on health of those who consume their food. One way that people tried to raise awareness was by filming a movie called “Super Size Me”. It showed the affects McDonald’s had on someone’s weight if they consumed it for an entire month. According to an article written by NBC in 2004, “McDonald’s is getting rid of the extra-large portions that had become one of its signatures. The burger giant said it has begun phasing out Supersize fries and drinks in its more than 13,000 U.S. restaurants and will stop selling them altogether by year’s end, except in promotions.” When McDonald’s was taken to court for the food they have been serving, the charges were overthrown. In efforts to appease the public, they added salad entrees to their menu in order to promote healthier eating. It was part of their Eat Smart, Be Active campaign. In my own opinion, I feel like McDonald’s still contributes to the obesity in America, mostly in inner cities with low income. Regardless of the salads, smoothies and apple slices, McDonald’s still constantly builds more and more locations in these locations. The price for a salad is significantly more than a burger and fries. So in that case, people with low income still reap the consequences of consuming these harmful foods. Although they had a couple of charges overthrown, McDonald’s still serves items for their own benefit and not for the health benefit of their customers.