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We get itsometimes you just need a greasy burger to satisfy a craving.
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Maybe you had a long night out with friends or maybe you finished up a huge workout.
Either way, a fast-food burger can be an enticing choice when the cravings strike.
For something a little lighter, try their plainSonic Cheeseburgerfor only 630 calories.
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These ingredients bring the total calorie count to 1,130.
Because of the risks it carries, theAmerican Heart Associationrecommends limiting your consumption to just 13 grams per day.
For perspective, the Baconzilla has almost three times this amount!
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Not only that, but you’re looking at a shockingly high amount of sodium at 1,850 milligrams.
It has 1,350 calories total, plus 33 grams of saturated fat and almost 2,000 milligrams of sodium.
That’s how many calories some people aim to eat in almost an entire day!
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Burger King Bacon King1,710 calories
TheBurger King Bacon Kingis by far the unhealthiest burger on our list.
Skip this burger and go for the Burger King Whopper Jr. if you’re craving a juicy burger.6254a4d1642c605c54bf1cab17d50f1e
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