Calories in burgers! hOLY COW!

Keep in mind that the rough guideline is 50 cals/pt. These are even more due to the fat content! Holy moley. Or as an high school friend used to say, Lordy in the morning!

Restaurant and Burger Name
Calories

McDonald's
Hamburger
250

Cheeseburger
300

Double Cheeseburger
440

Quarter Pounder
410

Quarter Pounder with Cheese
510

Double Quarter Pounder with Cheese
740

Big Mac
540

Big N' Tasty
460

Big N' Tasty with Cheese
510

Burger King
Whopper
670

Whopper w/o mayo
510

Whopper with cheese
760

Whopper with cheese w/o mayo
600

Double Whopper
900

Double Whopper w/o mayo
740

Double Whopper with cheese
990

Double Whopper with cheese w/o mayo
830

Triple Whopper
1,130

Triple Whopper w/o mayo
980

Triple Whopper with cheese
1,230

Triple Whopper with cheese w/o mayo
1,070

Whopper Jr.
370

Whopper Jr. w/o mayo
290

Whopper Jr. with cheese
410

Whopper Jr. with cheese w/o mayo
330

Hamburger
290

Cheeseburger
330

Double Hamburger
410

Double Cheeseburger
500

BK Double Stacker
610

BK Triple Stacker
800

BK Quad Stacker
1,000

The Angus Steak Burger
640

Wendy's
Jr. Hamburger
230

Jr. Cheeseburger
270

Jr. Cheeseburger Deluxe
300

Jr. Bacon Cheeseburger
320

Stack Attack
380

Single w/Everything
430

Double w/Everything and Cheese
710

Triple w/Everything and Cheese
980

Baconator
840

Carl's Jr.
Famous Star with Cheese
660

Super Star with Cheese
930

Western Bacon Cheeseburger
710

Double Western Bacon Cheeseburger
970

Chili Cheeseburger
830

Jalapeno Burger
720

The Original Six Dollar Burger
1,010

The Western Bacon Six Dollar Burger
1,140

The Low Carb Six Dollar Burger
1,130

The Jalapeno Six Dollar Burger


Hardee's
1/3 lb Thickburger
910

1/3 lb Cheeseburger
680

1/3 lb Mushroom N Swiss Thickburger
720

1/3 lb Bacon Cheese Thickburger
910

1/3 lb Low Carb Thickburger
420

1/2 lb Six Dollar Burger
1,060

1/2 lb Grilled Sourdough Thickburger
1,030

2/3 Double Thickburger
1,250

2/3 lb Double Bacon Cheese Thickburger
1,300

2/3 lb Monster Thickburger
1,420

Sonic
SONIC Burger (w/ Mayonnaise)
650

SONIC Burger (w/ Mustard)
560

SONIC Burger (w/ Ketchup)
560

SONIC Cheeseburger (w/ Mayonnaise)
720

SONIC Cheeseburger (w/ Mustard)
620

SONIC Cheeseburger (w/ Ketchup)
630

SONIC Bacon Cheeseburger
780

SuperSONIC Cheeseburger (w/ Mayonnaise)
980

SuperSONIC Cheeseburger (w/ Mustard)
890

SuperSONIC Cheeseburger (w/ Ketchup)
900

Jr. Burger
310

Jr. Cheeseburger
380

Dixie Burger
660

Dixie Cheeseburger
720

Thousand Island Jr. Cheeseburger
430

California Cheeseburger
690

SuperSONIC Jalapeno Cheeseburger
890

Thousand Island Cheeseburger
680

Jalapeno Cheeseburger
610

Jalapeno Burger
550

Green Chili Cheeseburger
630

Chili Cheeseburger
660

Hickory Cheeseburger
640

Jr. Double Cheeseburger
570

Ruby Tuesday
Triple Prime Burger
933

Triple Prime Cheddar Burger
1,093

Triple Prime Bacon Cheddar Burger
1,183

Jumbo Lump Crab Burger
1,068

The Ultimate Chicken
1,068

Blackened Fish Burger
839

Bacon Cheeseburger
1,193

Classic Cheeseburger
1,103

Ruby's Classic Burger
1,013

Smokehouse Burger
1,382

Alpine Swiss Burger
1,257

Ruby Minis (4)
1,271

Turkey Minis (4)
973

Mini Trio
836

Turkey Burger
813

Avocado Turkey Burger
1,026

Bella Turkey Burger
1,057

Bison Bacon Cheeseburger
1,072

Veggie Burger
945

Chicken BLT
972

Buffalo Chicken Burger
1,033

Big Hamburger
1,070

Fatburger
Fatburger
520

Baby Fat
300

Turkeyburger
550

Veggieburger
430

Kingburger
820

In N Out Burger
Hamburger w/Onion
390

•With Mustard & Ketchup Instead of Spread
310

•Protein Style (Bun replaced with Lettuce)
240

Cheeseburger w/Onion
480

• With Mustard & Ketchup Instead of Spread
400

•Protein Style (Bun replaced with Lettuce)
330

Double-Double w/Onion
670

•With Mustard & Ketchup Instead of Spread
590

•Protein Style (Bun replaced with Lettuce)
520

White Castle
White Castle
140

Cheeseburger
170

Jalapeno Cheeseburger
180

Bacon Cheeseburger
200

Double White Castle
250

Double Cheeseburger
300

Double Jalapeno Cheeseburger
320

Double Bacon Cheeseburger
370

Whataburger
Whataburger
620

Whataburger, Double Meat
870

Whataburger Jr.
300

Whataburger, Triple Meat
1,120

Whataburger with bacon & cheese
780

TGI Friday's

Cheesy Bacon Cheeseburger
1,590

Bacon Cheeseburger
1,340

Jack Daniel's Burger
1,540

Friday's Burger
1,290

California Turkey Burger
950

Ahi Tuna Ciabatta Burgers
800

Chili's

Big Mouth Bites
850

Big Mouth Bun only (with butter)
460

Burger Patty only (w/o bun or toppings)
360

Bacon Burger
1,090

Chipotle Bleu Cheese Bacon Burger
1,090

Jalapeño Smokehouse Bacon Big Mouth Burger w/ out side of Jalapeño-Ranch Dressing
1,530

Mushroom-Swiss Burger
1,100

Oldtimer Burger
800

Oldtimer Burger w/ Cheese
880

Smokehouse Bacon Triple-The-Cheese Big Mouth Burger w/ out side of Jalapeño-Ranch Dressing
1,840

Southern Smokehouse Bacon Big Mouth Burger w/ out side of Ancho-Chile BBQ Sauce
1,560

Jack in the Box

Bacon Ultimate Cheeseburger
1,090

Big Cheeseburger
640

Double Bacon & Cheese Ciabatta Burger
1,120

Hamburger
280

Hamburger deluxe
350

Hamburger deluxe with Cheese
440

Hamburger with Cheese
330

Jumbo Jack
600

Jumbo Jack with Cheese
690

Junior Bacon Cheeseburger
400

Single Bacon & Cheese Ciabatta Burger
870

Sirloin Steak & Cheddar Ciabatta
770

Sirloin Steak Melt
880

Sourdough Jack
710

Sourdough Ultimate Cheeseburger
950

Ultimate Cheeseburger
1,010

Dairy Queen

DQ Original Burger
350

DQ Original Cheeseburger
400

DQ Original Double Cheeseburger
640

DQ Original Bacon Double Cheeseburger
730

DQ Ultimate Burger
780

1/4 lb FlameThrower GrillBurger
840

1/4 lb Chili Meltdown GrillBurger
600

Bacon Cheddar GrillBruger
710

Mushroom Swiss GrillBurger
680

Red Robin

5 Alarm Burger
907

Banzai Burger
1,054

A1 Peppercorn Burger
1,440

Blackened Bayou Burger
858

Blue Ribbon Burger
1,062

Guacamole Bacon Burger
1,151

Monster Burger
1,030

Red Robin Bacon Cheeseburger
1,030

Red Robin Gourmet Cheeseburger
850

Royal Red Robin Burger
1,178

Santa Fe Burger
1,036

Sauteed 'Shroom Burger
971

Sicilian Burger
1,070

Whiskey River BBQ Burger
1,129

Applebee's
Brewtus Steak Burger
1,390

Mini Bacon Cheeseburgers (3)
1,030

Johnny Rockets
Rocket Single
710

Rocket Double
1,020

The Original
820

#12
900

Route 66
920

Smoke House Single
950

Smoke House Double
1,260

Bacon Cheddar Single
860

Bacon Cheddar Double
1,400

St. Louis
991

Patty Melt
690

Chili Size
1,290

Streamliner (100-percent soy Bocca patty)
410

MOO NEEDS YOU!!!!

Here is a brief rundown of Moo!

Found by FIDO volunteers

He was found just north of 38th Street and East of College near the Fair last Thursday evening (8/14/08).

He was very friendly to us and got right in the car and sat on my roommate's lap. He was not going to sit in the back end of the SUV.

We tried to call Animal Care & Control but received no answer. We asked two Sheriffs for help and they offered none. So, we took him back to one of our homes.

He was crated and we went back to the fair.

He was walked by the volunteer that kept him overnight and he was happy to see the other neighborhood dogs but never tried to go after them. He just wanted to meet them.

He knows some simple commands

He has no evident signs of food aggression (a broom handle was placed in the food bowl while he ate and he never reacted)

He did not react when his tail was pulled

He is called Moo because of his spots

He loves to give kisses (even on the face)

His ears perk up when he is listening to you or you walk away. That is his best feauture in my book, besides his personality!

If you can help or are interested, please email me.

Making you produce last

Fresh fruits and vegetables aren't the only way to meet your daily fruit and veggie requirements, but during the summer, who can't resist the fresh stuff? To avoid the frustration of fresh produce going bad quickly, there are a few strategies you can follow.

Reduce waste by buying only as much as you can eat (or prepare) until your next shopping trip. That may require a trip to the market once a week to pick up fresh produce, but it's more cost effective in the long run.
Go straight home after the market so your food won't be in the heat very long and can be stored properly.

Wash produce with clean hands when you are ready to eat it, not when you bring it home. Unless of course you're chopping it up and preparing it for future meals and snacks.

Refrigerate all cut-up fruit and veggies (fresh OR cooked) within two hours.

Different fruits and vegetables require different temperature and humidity levels for optimal shelf life and food safety. Here are some additional tips to keep all your produce as fresh as possible.

Counter tops: Many fruits do best when they are ripened on the counter, then stored in the refrigerator once ripe. Items in this category include melons, peaches, plums and nectarines, as well as avocados and tomatoes. It also works for more tropical fruits such as bananas, papayas and mangoes. Do not leave fruit in plastic bags on counters as this can slow the ripening process and may lead to rotten spots; paper bags allow better airflow and are fine for most fruits.

Refrigerator: Most other fresh fruits and vegetables are best stored in a clean refrigerator at 40°F or below in plastic bags with holes to allow for air flow. Use crisper drawers for whole produce, being sure to store fruits separately from vegetables. Fruits give off a gas (ethylene) that can shorten the storage life of other items, while vegetables (such as broccoli) give off odors that can affect the taste and quality of fruits.

Cupboards: Some produce items are stored best in a clean, dry, well-ventilated space with no direct light; like a cupboard. Foods that do well in cupboards include potatoes, sweet potatoes, yams, and winter squash, as well as garlic and onions.

If you want more detailed information on storing specific fruits and vegetables, visit www.fruitsandveggiesmorematters.org

Info from InShapeIN

I want to evolve

“The only thing that stays the same is change.”
Melissa Etheridge

I have been on a very adventurous journey of self evolution in the last year. As many of you may have noticed, when I left WW in February I was not at my goal weight. I have wanted to see many of you, but I have been fearful as I am not yet back to goal. I am in fact nearly 20 pounds above my goal. I have been working through all the negative feelings that come with the prior statement. For those of you that I loved and loved me, you would love me no matter what, as I would you. I know a number is simply that and it is us that interjects a good or bad connotation on that number. The one good thing I can say, my weight has been nearly stable for months, not going up past a certain number.

I have wondered, is my body happy here? Is this the weight I can maintain the rest of my life? Is this the number that I can have fun with from time to time and yet still feel good about myself? I even wondered if my thyroid was out of whack.

What I have discovered, I have not been working program to the best of my ability or at all at times. My 4 year LT anniversary is fast approaching and I said last year I wanted to be back at goal on October 7th. I didn’t make it. I may not be there this year, but I intend to be further towards that # than away. I am very strongly considering a different goal weight than the one I picked in 2004. Hindsight sure is 20/20, isn’t it? Is that number too low? It is on the high end of the weight chart, but do I need to lose and maintain 80-85 pounds. What I discovered about my mind at that #, I had no clue how to feel in that body and thus I did some self-sabotage. I now know what it feels like at that number and what it will create in my life, like people flirting with me. I am growing to like people flirting with me, as it is new and can be fun. Of course, I don’t want anyone scary doing it! ; )

And you know what, even 20 pounds above goal, I am actually pretty darn happy with who I am and am getting noticed. All good things!

So, if I am pretty darn happy with me, why do I want to get back to goal? Simply because I can be healthier than I am. I am capable of more and have proven that plenty in my WW journey and in my personal growth this past year. Therapy and fostering dogs have been eye-opening experiences for me. I have grown so much thanks to my wonderful therapist and the work we are capable of together. I also am learning that, “The person who remembers they can always reach out and help others, never runs out of things to do, always has friends, and rarely needs advice.” This was a note from the Universe a few weeks ago. www.tut.com I want to be the best Meg I can be. That means eating healthier and being in the best shape I can be. That means meetings and working out. That means continued mental evolution. That means resisting the huge bowls of ice cream on my annual Labor Day trip to Michigan. I can do it, I know I can!

I can not get any benefits if I do not work for them. I can’t expect results that are pleasing if I do not lay the groundwork. I only get what I put into this and I am tired of what I have been getting lately. So, it is time for a change!

Wow, this has been scary to type, but I feel glad having it off my chest. Please feel free to post any comments of things you need or want to get off your chest! You will be glad you did!

Grocery Shoppin on a budget!

From the InShape Indiana website:

Gas prices aren't the only thing rising, the cost of food is as well. It can be difficult to make healthy choices when you're on a budget. The following tips are some ways to help make your grocery trip a little easier and lighter on your wallet!

Plan ahead by making menus and a list. If you're wandering down each aisle of the store without a plan of action, you will surely overspend on foods that aren't necessary.

Try to plan menus for the upcoming week and make a list of food that is needed for those meals and snacks.

Don't go hungry! If you're hungry while you're grocery shopping, that hunger will influence what you buy and you may end up with less healthy choices.

Stick to the perimeter. Choose foods from the outer perimeter of your grocery store as they are mostly fresh produce, meats, dairy and breads. Load up your cart with these foods before hitting the middle aisles. These interior aisles typically contain more processed and convenience foods.

Use coupons and reward cards. You can certainly save some money by clipping coupons but make sure you're not buying foods only because there is a coupon, especially if it's something you don't need. Use coupons as well as your store's reward card for extra savings that are not offered to 'non-members.'

Buy store brands. These brands, also known as 'private labels' are usually identical to the brand name but much cheaper. Most name brand products are stocked at eye level but the products stocked lower or higher on the shelves are just as good.

Buy on sale and in bulk. Look for sales on shelf-stable items and other products you use regularly. Buying in bulk is cheaper, but only if you have the storage space and will be using it before it spoils and has to be thrown out.

Compare unit prices. Use the 'unit price' to compare brands and see which is really cheaper. Most stores show the unit price on the shelf tag, so check that out to get more for your money!

Keep your food safe and prevent waste. Use the dates to select the freshest items at the store.
Visit the cold/frozen food section last so those items aren't in your cart as long. Put them away first when you get home.

When stocking foods at home, use the older items first.

Shop seasonally and locally. Fresh produce is usually much cheaper when it's in season. Go to a local farmer's market to get fruits and vegetables that are fresh and haven't traveled a long distance.

Indiana State Fair Pts. Preparedness!

Estimated POINTS Values for
Fair Food Favorites: - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - -

Belgian Waffle with whipped cream, 9
Caramel Apple, 9
Cheese Fries, 14
Chili Dog, 7
Chocolate frozen banana, 4
Corn Dog, 1 regular or 4 mini, 5
Corn Dog, foot long, 8
Corn on Cob, plain (large), 2 (And it’s CORE!)
Corn on Cob, with 2 Tbsp. Butter, 7
Cotton Candy, 1 ½ oz., 3
Elephant Ear, whole, 26
Fried Cheesecake, 17
Fried Mixed Veggies 1 cup, 10
Fried Oreo, 3
Fried Snickers, 11
Fried Twinkie, 11
Fried Tenderloin Sandwich, 16
Fudge, 1 piece, 3
Funnel Cake (1/2 of 8” diameter), 12
Grilled Cheese, 13
Gyro Sandwich, 17
Kebabs, 2 small skewers, 8
Kettle Corn, 10 oz., 12
Milkshake, 13
Nachos with Cheese, 9
Potato Pancakes, 2
Roasted Almonds 1 oz., 4
Sno Cone with 6 oz. Syrup, 11
Soft Pretzel, small 4 ½ oz., 8
Tenderloin, 12 Turkey Leg, 28