I'm just gonna use this thread to vent whenever I eat unhealthy food: This morning, I came up with the idea of going on a hike! But for the sake of not passing out due to lack of calories, I needed something small and quick to eat— so, like a cat I was curious, and decided that today would be the day I revisit a childhood classic: Egg McMuffin with a hashbrown from McDonalds.
And... well... that was some of the most disgusting food I've ever laid my taste buds upon. The McMuffin was fine, though it definitely was a far cry from what I remembered as a child. I used to love Egg McMuffins! Everytime my parents picked up fast food in the morning, Egg McMuffin was my go-to... but eh. It was alright. I've made better (and far healthier) at home. What was bad, however, was the hashbrowns. Literally just a block of grease and whatever you call that crispy brown junk you get from deep frying a dish. There was no potato in there. No nutrients, just a ton of highly processed fats and sodium. Oof! I took two bites and threw it away. At least now I've learned that I'm missing nothing by ignoring all these American fast food places.
Anyhow, I did manage to burn the calroies from the McMuffin and hashbrowns off this morning: with a 25lbs weighted vest, I walked 2 hours along a very pretty trail this morning! :) First time doing a hike solo, and I really enjoyed it. Very peaceful. Highly recommend (though please make sure to bring bug spray, sunscreen, and a bug hat. Otherwise it'll be very uncomfortable).
Rating: Egg McMuffin (5.5/10… bonus points for allowing custom options to sub unhealthy food), Hashbrowns (0/10).
Last edited by firebush03 - on 12 June 2026
